Multicover
adj, noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 A combinatorial problem concerning the covering or inclusion of elements by a collection of shapes or sets. countable, uncountable
"We consider the set multicover problem in geometric settings."
- 2 A solution to a multicover problem. countable, uncountable
"The polylogarithm in (2.33) indicates that the degree k multicover of a curve of genus g contributes with a factor k2g−3 to Fg."
- 3 An insurance plan brokered by a single agent that includes multiple underlying sub-policies. countable, uncountable
"After completing the largest of the simplification projects—the multicover policy—the task force advised the company on overall policy for about another year."
- 4 Coverage from multiple sources. countable, uncountable
"Maybe we should live a little like a Christian, a little like a Muslim, a little like a Jew; then we could claim multicover."
- 1 Having multiple covers. not-comparable
"Such films are vulnerable to outdoor weather conditions and, if used as films, must be protected by a surface cover sheet such as glass or a thicker, tough, transparent plastic in a multicover collector."
Example
More examples"We consider the set multicover problem in geometric settings."
Etymology
From multi- + cover.
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