transpose
adjective
1. (adjective, algebra) In matrix mathematics, a matrix with the characteristic of having been transposed from a given matrix.
noun
1. a matrix formed by interchanging the rows and columns of a given matrix
verb
1. change the order or arrangement of
- Dyslexics often transpose letters in a word
Similar word(s): commute, permute
Definition categories: change, reverse, turn
2. transfer from one place or period to another
- The ancient Greek story was transplanted into Modern America
Similar word(s): transfer, transplant
Definition categories: change, shift
3. cause to change places
Similar word(s): counterchange, interchange
Definition categories: change, alter, modify
4. transfer a quantity from one side of an equation to the other side reversing its sign, in order to maintain equality
Definition categories: motion, shift, transfer
5. put (a piece of music) into another key
Definition categories: creation, arrange, set
6. exchange positions without a change in value
Similar word(s): commute
Definition categories: change
7. change key
- Can you transpose this fugue into G major?