Semicoercive
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Continuous and symmetric but with a nonzero kernel. not-comparable
"As a model example we consider a unilateral semicoercive contact problem with nonmonotone friction and provide numerical results for benchmark tests.."
- 2 Somewhat coercive; allowing only minimal free action. not-comparable
"It may either compel agreement by force — the application of coercive or semicoercive techniques — or it may win agreement from them by free consent."
Example
More examples"As a model example we consider a unilateral semicoercive contact problem with nonmonotone friction and provide numerical results for benchmark tests.."
Etymology
From semi- + coercive.
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