- Then we do a lambdafication of the matrix.
Lambdafication
noun;
The act of obtaining the eigenvalues of a matrix. Possible reason used: the person wanted a word that described the process of obtaining eigenvalues, since he had to refer to such a process often
Etymology : lambda, the typical symbol for eigenvalues, plus –ify ‘V’ plus filler –c- plus -ate ‘V’ plus –ion ‘N’
Source : conversation with a friend
Last modified: 10 June 2008