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Mammalian protein found in Homo sapiens
Selective factor 1 (also known as SL1) is a transcription factor that binds to the promoter of genes and recruits a preinitiation complex to which RNA
Selective_factor_1
American conscription system
The Selective Service System (SSS) is an independent agency of the United States government that maintains a database of registered male U.S. citizens
Selective_Service_System
Antibiotic efficiency during the gene selection process
Selectivity factor is a quantifiable measure of how efficient an antibiotic is during the process of gene selection. It measures of the capacity an antibiotic
Selectivity_factor
Anxiety disorder blocking speech
under certain settings. Selective mutism could be caused due to a combination of genetic, environmental, and developmental factors. Key causes include inherited
Selective_mutism
Enzyme in eukaryotes
genes being transcribed. When rRNA synthesis is stimulated, SL1 (selectivity factor 1) will bind to the promoters of rDNA genes that were previously silent
RNA_polymerase_I
Eating behavior in humans
Selective eating, also known as picky eating, is a variety of behaviors whereby a person is highly selective in what they do eat and what they do not eat
Selective_eating
Complex of proteins necessary for gene transcription in eukaryotes and archaea
Formation of the Pol I preinitiation complex requires the binding of selective factor 1 (SL1 or TIF-IB) to the core element of the rDNA promoter. SL1 is a
Transcription preinitiation complex
Transcription_preinitiation_complex
Protein domains
and TAF3-TAF10. Selective factor 1 is composed of the TATA-binding protein and three TAF (TATA box-binding protein-associated factor) subunits (TAF1A
TBP-associated_factor
In biochemistry, the preference of ligands to bind with one receptor over another
is equal to 1, the standard assumption for a pure phase. The resolution of a chromatographic column, RS is related to the selectivity factor by: R S = N
Binding_selectivity
Family of proteins that bind to fibroblast growth factors
fibroblast growth factor receptors (FGFR) are, as their name implies, receptors that bind to members of the fibroblast growth factor (FGF) family of proteins
Fibroblast growth factor receptor
Fibroblast_growth_factor_receptor
Signal processing filter
{\displaystyle \epsilon } is the ripple factor ξ {\displaystyle \xi } is the selectivity factor The value of the ripple factor specifies the passband ripple, while
Elliptic_filter
Instance of defined set in Homo sapiens with Reactome ID (R-HSA-6806560)
protein 1 (AP-1) is a transcription factor that regulates gene expression in response to a variety of stimuli, including cytokines, growth factors, stress
AP-1_transcription_factor
Pharmacologic characteristic
selectivity (or agonist trafficking, biased agonism, biased signaling, ligand bias, and differential engagement) is the ligand-dependent selectivity for
Functional_selectivity
Class of antidepressant medication
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a class of drugs that are typically used as antidepressants in the treatment of major depressive disorder
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
Selective_serotonin_reuptake_inhibitor
Neurotoxin
contracting in response to nervous stimulation. Its mechanism of action – selective blocking of the sodium channel – was shown definitively in 1964 by Toshio
Tetrodotoxin
Peak divided by the Root mean square (RMS) of the waveform
2017-08-29 at the Wayback Machine. R. Neil Braithwaite. "Crest Factor Reduction for OFDM Using Selective Subcarrier Degradation" Archived 2018-08-06 at the Wayback
Crest_factor
Disorder of decreased tolerance to specific sounds
Misophonia (or selective sound sensitivity syndrome) is a disorder of decreased tolerance to specific sounds or their associated stimuli, or cues. These
Misophonia
Paralytic shellfish toxin
saxitoxin have been accomplished. Saxitoxin is a neurotoxin that acts as a selective, reversible, voltage-gated sodium channel blocker. One of the most potent
Saxitoxin
Breeding for desired characteristics
Selective breeding (also called artificial selection) is the process by which humans use animal breeding and plant breeding to selectively develop particular
Selective_breeding
Mammalian protein found in Homo sapiens
heparin-based anticoagulants increases as selectivity for Factor Xa increases. LMWH shows increased inactivation of Factor Xa compared to unfractionated heparin
Factor_X
3D printing technique
Selective laser melting (SLM) is one of many proprietary names for a metal additive manufacturing (AM) technology that uses a bed of powder with a source
Selective_laser_melting
3D printing technique
Selective laser sintering (SLS) is an additive manufacturing (AM) technique that uses a laser as the power and heat source to sinter powdered material
Selective_laser_sintering
Peripherally selective drugs have their primary mechanism of action outside of the central nervous system (CNS), usually because they are excluded from
Peripherally_selective_drug
Protein that responds to low oxygen
factor") active ingredient, products have been developed that are supposed to promote skin and hair regeneration. Several drugs that act as selective
Hypoxia-inducible_factor
Theory within the practice of psychology
valuable information are three factors that can counteract selective exposure. Also of great concern is the theory of "Selective Participation" proposed by
Selective_exposure_theory
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
Hypoxia-inducible factor 1-alpha, also known as HIF-1-alpha, is a subunit of a heterodimeric transcription factor hypoxia-inducible factor 1 (HIF-1) that is encoded
HIF1A
Experimental drug
tentative brand name Oratrope) is a potent, long-acting, orally-active, selective, and non-peptide agonist of the ghrelin receptor and a growth hormone
Ibutamoren
Sexual health concept
with age. Some medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) affect IELT. IELT is one factor used to diagnose and treat conditions
Intravaginal ejaculation latency time
Intravaginal_ejaculation_latency_time
Type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
(COX-2), an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain. Targeting selectivity for COX-2 reduces the risk of peptic ulceration and is the main feature
Cyclooxygenase-2_inhibitor
Enclosing or separating membrane in organisms acting as selective semi-permeable barrier
A biological membrane or biomembrane is a selectively permeable membrane that separates the interior of a cell from the external environment or creates
Biological_membrane
Ratio of males to females in a population
various factors including natural factors, exposure to pesticides and environmental contaminants, war casualties, effects of war on men, sex-selective abortions
Human_sex_ratio
Psychological disorder of morality
common approaches in treatment. Psychopharmacological treatments, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), may be prescribed if symptoms are
Scrupulosity
Experiment TNFα inhibitor
is said to be selective for blocking TNFα activation of the tumor necrosis factor receptor 1 (TNFR1) but not of the tumor necrosis factor receptor 2 (TNFR2)
Pegipanermin
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
Nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 1 (Nrf1) also known as nuclear factor erythroid-2-like 1 (NFE2L1) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the
NFE2L1
Family of protein kinases
The Casein kinase 1 family (EC 2.7.11.1) of protein kinases are serine/threonine-selective enzymes that function as regulators of signal transduction pathways
Casein_kinase_1
Genetic process
selective sweep is the process through which a new beneficial mutation that increases its frequency and becomes fixed (i.e., reaches a frequency of 1)
Selective_sweep
Family of biomolecules
factors belong to one of three families: (1) neurotrophins, (2) glial cell-line derived neurotrophic factor family ligands (GFLs), and (3) neuropoietic
Neurotrophic_factors
Drugs acting on the estrogen receptor
Selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs), also known as estrogen receptor agonists/antagonists (ERAAs), are a class of drugs that act on estrogen
Selective estrogen receptor modulator
Selective_estrogen_receptor_modulator
Class of drugs
inhibits the effect of orexin by acting as a receptor antagonist of one (selective orexin receptor antagonist or SORA) or both (dual orexin receptor antagonist
Orexin_antagonist
factor for dogs Tanezumab (PF-4383119, RI-624, RN-624) – monoclonal antibody against nerve growth factor VM-902A – selective, peripherally selective allosteric
List of investigational analgesics
List_of_investigational_analgesics
Protein-coding gene in humans
transcription factor ATF-1 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ATF1 gene. This gene encodes an activating transcription factor, which belongs
ATF1
Abnormally high heart rate after a postural change
form of POTS is presumed to constitute a selective sympathetic venous denervation. In these patients the selective α1-adrenergic receptor agonist midodrine
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
Postural_orthostatic_tachycardia_syndrome
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
(TBP) and three TBP-associated factors (TAFs) specific for RNA polymerase I. This complex, known as selective factor 1 (SL1), binds to the core promoter
TAF1A
Pharmaceutical drug
recombinant human nerve growth factor, is a recombinant form of human nerve growth factor. Cenegermin is a peripherally selective agonist of the tropomyosin
Cenegermin
Chemical compound
acetylcholine at neuromuscular junctions. Because of their high potency and selectivity for potassium channels, dendrotoxins have proven to be extremely useful
Dendrotoxin
Biochemistry compound
A bifidus factor (bifidogenic factor) is a compound that specifically enhances the growth of bifidobacteria in either a product or in the intestines of
Bifidus_factor
Class of experimental drugs
Selective glucocorticoid receptor modulators (SEGRMs) and selective glucocorticoid receptor agonists (SEGRAs) formerly known as dissociated glucocorticoid
Selective glucocorticoid receptor modulator
Selective_glucocorticoid_receptor_modulator
Resonator damping parameter
quality factor or Q factor is a dimensionless parameter that describes how underdamped an oscillator or resonator is. Resonators with high quality factors have
Q_factor
Selective attention involving the auditory system
Selective auditory attention, or selective hearing, is a process of the auditory system where an individual selects or focuses on certain stimuli for auditory
Selective_auditory_attention
include a parameter ξ ≥ 1 called the selectivity factor. A rational elliptic function of degree n in x with selectivity factor ξ is generally defined as:
Elliptic_rational_functions
Drug affecting hormone receptors
A selective progesterone receptor modulator (SPRM) is an agent that acts on the progesterone receptor (PR), the biological target of progestogens like
Selective progesterone receptor modulator
Selective_progesterone_receptor_modulator
Class of compounds
Growth factor receptor inhibitors (growth factor inhibitors, growth factor receptor blockers, growth factor blockers, growth factor receptor antagonists
Growth factor receptor inhibitor
Growth_factor_receptor_inhibitor
Chemical compound, scorpion neurotoxin
Weber DJ (1997). "Solution Structure for Pandinus Toxin K-R (PiTX-KR), a Selective Blocker of A-Type Potassium Channels". Biochemistry. 36 (10): 2763–71
Charybdotoxin
Pharmaceutical compound
adrenomyeloneuropathy. It is a prodrug of LL-340001 and acts as a potent, selective, and centrally penetrant agonist of the thyroid hormone receptor beta
Elunetirom
Solid, liquid or gel used to grow microorganisms or cells
upon the cell the ability to grow in the selective medium. In such cases, the gene is termed a marker. Selective growth media for eukaryotic cells commonly
Growth_medium
Detail of the global positioning system
Lorentz factor: 1 γ = 1 − v 2 c 2 {\displaystyle {\frac {1}{\gamma }}={\sqrt {1-{\frac {v^{2}}{c^{2}}}}}} For small values of v/c this approximates to: 1 γ
Error analysis for the Global Positioning System
Error_analysis_for_the_Global_Positioning_System
Pregnancy termination based on predicted sex
overwhelmingly targets female fetuses, sex-selective abortion often specifically refers to female-selective abortion. Sex-selective abortion is closely linked to female
Sex-selective_abortion
Family of transcription factor protein complexes
Nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells (NF-κB) is a family of transcription factor protein complexes that controls transcription
NF-κB
Sensor of ion concentration in a solution
An ion-selective electrode (ISE), also known as a specific ion electrode (SIE), is a simple membrane-based potentiometric device which measures the activity
Ion-selective_electrode
Protein that regulates the rate of DNA transcription
In molecular biology, a transcription factor (TF) (or sequence-specific DNA-binding factor) is a protein that controls the rate of transcription of genetic
Transcription_factor
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
Heat shock factor protein 1 (HSF 1) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the HSF1 gene. HSF1 is highly conserved in eukaryotes and is the primary
Heat_shock_factor_protein_1
Method of allowing microorganisms to multiply in a controlled medium
Furthermore, the term culture is more generally used informally to refer to "selectively growing" a specific kind of microorganism in the lab. It is often essential
Microbiological_culture
Investigational Parkinson's disease drugs
precursor and indirect non-selective dopamine receptor agonist [180] Liatermin (BVF-014; GDNF; glial-derived neutrotrophic factor; r-metHuGDNF) – neuron stimulant
List of investigational Parkinson's disease drugs
List_of_investigational_Parkinson's_disease_drugs
Form of corrosion where components of an alloy are preferentially leached
In metallurgy, selective leaching, also called dealloying, demetalification, parting and selective corrosion, is a corrosion type in some solid solution
Selective_leaching
List of pharmaceutical drugs under clinical development for treatment of depression
antipsychotic (non-selective monoamine receptor modulator) CRHR1 antagonist therapeutic (HMNC Brain Health) – corticotropin releasing factor receptor 1 (CRF1) antagonist
List of investigational antidepressants
List_of_investigational_antidepressants
Outdated term defined as refusal to speak
almost all social situations (despite normal ability to do so), while selective mutism was considered to be a failure to speak in specific situations
Elective_mutism
System for rating game players
base 10 and scale factor 400) for the expected score of player A is E A = 1 1 + 10 ( R B − R A ) / 400 . {\displaystyle E_{A}={\frac {1}{1+10^{(R_{B}-R_{A})/400}}}
Elo_rating_system
Obsolete concept in chemistry
the reactivity–selectivity principle or RSP states that a more reactive chemical compound or reactive intermediate is less selective in chemical reactions
Reactivity–selectivity principle
Reactivity–selectivity_principle
Class of drugs used to treat malignant tumors
imatinib. Traditional cytotoxic drugs, due to their lack of sufficient selectivity for cancer cells, cause varying degrees of damage to normal tissue cells
Antineoplastic
IBM Selective Sequence Electronic Calculator
The IBM Selective Sequence Electronic Calculator (SSEC) was an electromechanical computer built by IBM. Its design was started in late 1944 and it operated
IBM_SSEC
known as beta-1 agonists, are a class of drugs that bind selectively to the β1-adrenergic receptor. As a result, they act more selectively upon the heart
Beta1-adrenergic_agonist
Chemical compound
SLU-PP-332 is a compound which is a potent but non-selective estrogen-related receptor (ERR) agonist, acting most strongly at ERRα with an EC50 of 98
SLU-PP-332
fourth incarnation of the draft came into being in 1940, through the Selective Training and Service Act; this was the country's first peacetime draft
Conscription in the United States
Conscription_in_the_United_States
Human protein and coding gene
Nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (NRF2), also known as nuclear factor erythroid-derived 2-like 2, is a transcription factor that in humans is
NFE2L2
Group of neurotoxins
organisms will develop resistance; thus cone snails are under constant selective pressure to maintain polymorphism in these genes because failing to evolve
Conotoxin
Immune modulating medication
get a stronger affinity and selectivity to the ATP-binding pockets. The base that is often seen in compounds with selectivity for JAK3 is pyrrolopyrimidine
Janus_kinase_inhibitor
Kind of cognitive bias
processes: selective attention and confirmation bias. The main cause behind frequency illusion, and other related illusions and biases, seems to be selective attention
Frequency_illusion
Pornographic video sharing website
second-most-visited adult website, after Pornhub. The site produced The Sex Factor, a reality TV series in which contestants compete to become porn stars and
XHamster
Investigational PTSD drugs
corticotropin releasing factor receptor 1 (CRF1R) antagonist [63] Paroxetine (Dropax, Paxil, Seroxat, Serestill) – selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
List of investigational post-traumatic stress disorder drugs
List_of_investigational_post-traumatic_stress_disorder_drugs
Microbiological method for identification
(Streptococcus agalactiae) based on their formation of a substance, CAMP factor, that enlarges the area of hemolysis formed by the β-hemolysin elaborated
CAMP_test
Experimental drug
Pimicotinib (ABSK021), an oral, highly potent and selective small molecule blocker of the colony-stimulating factor 1 receptor (CSF-1R) independently discovered
Pimicotinib
Drug that blocks hallucinogen effects
investigation as a "neutralizer" or "off-switch" for psychedelics. The more selective serotonin 5-HT2A receptor antagonist pimavanserin is also being studied
Trip_killer
Persistent thoughts about sexual activity
treatments available for other forms of OCD: cognitive behavioral therapy and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). People with sexual obsessions may
Sexual_obsessions
Process where messages close to one's interests are better remembered
Selective retention, in relating to the mind, is the process whereby people more accurately remember messages that are closer to their interests, values
Selective_retention
Protein found in humans
Fibroblast growth factor receptor 1 (FGFR-1), also known as basic fibroblast growth factor receptor 1, fms-related tyrosine kinase-2 / Pfeiffer syndrome
Fibroblast growth factor receptor 1
Fibroblast_growth_factor_receptor_1
Medical condition
factor receptor is a novel complex of cubilin and amnionless. Blood, 103(5), 1573-1579. Grasbeck, R. (2006). Imerslund-Grasbeck syndrome (selective vitamin
Imerslund–Gräsbeck_syndrome
Mammalian protein found in Homo sapiens
1995). "Selective tumorigenesis in non-parenchymal liver epithelial cell lines by hepatocyte growth factor transfection". Cancer Letters. 96 (1): 37–48
Hepatocyte_growth_factor
Protein found in humans
cofactor for Factor I-mediated cleavage of C3b, and accelerating the decay of the alternative pathway C3-convertase, C3bBb. Factor H selectively exerts its
Factor_H
Involuntary twitching while falling asleep
sleeping primate is falling out of a tree. The reflex may also have had selective value by having the sleeper readjust or review his or her sleeping position
Hypnic_jerk
Bias confirming existing attitudes
information processing is a factor in depression. His approach teaches people to treat evidence impartially, rather than selectively reinforcing negative outlooks
Confirmation_bias
Dog breed of very large proportions
the nineteenth century as a result of selective breeding. These breeds have increased in size due to selective breeding. People bred dogs with certain
Giant_dog_breed
Type of memory deficit
Selective amnesia is a type of amnesia in which the sufferer loses only certain parts of their memory. Common elements that may be forgotten are relationships
Selective_amnesia
Growth medium
Jr. (1964). "A Selective Medium for the Cultivation of N. gonorrhoeae and N. meningitidis". Public Health Reports (1896-1970). 79 (1): 49–57. doi:10
Chocolate_agar
Protein superfamily
"The structure of mouse tumour-necrosis factor at 1.4 A resolution: towards modulation of its selectivity and trimerization". Acta Crystallographica
Tumor necrosis factor superfamily
Tumor_necrosis_factor_superfamily
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
Fibroblast growth factor 1 (FGF-1) also known as acidic fibroblast growth factor (aFGF), is a growth factor and signaling protein encoded by the FGF1
Fibroblast_growth_factor_1
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
formation of S1P and selectively inhibit cellular proliferation induced by a variety of factors, including platelet-derived growth factor and serum. SPHK1
Sphingosine_kinase_1
Immune system messenger protein which induces inflammation
When TNF binds to its receptors, tumor necrosis factor receptor 1 (TNFR1) and tumor necrosis factor receptor 2 (TNFR2), a pathway of signals is triggered
Tumor_necrosis_factor
Methods used for additive 3D manufacturing
lithography, liquid alternative, lamination, directed energy deposition, selective powder deposition, and cryogenic manufacturing. 3D printing processes
3D_printing_processes
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
Upregulation of VCAM-1 in endothelial cells by cytokines occurs as a result of increased gene transcription (e.g., in response to tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α)
VCAM-1
Chemical compound
Andarine (developmental code names GTx-007, S-4) is a selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM) which was developed by GTX, Inc for the treatment of
Andarine
SELECTIVE FACTOR-1
SELECTIVE FACTOR-1
Male
Greek
(ÎαχώÏ) Greek form of Hebrew Nachowr, NACHOR means "snoring" or "snorting." In the bible, this is the name of the son of Terah and brother of Abraham.
Girl/Female
Arabic, Muslim
Adopting; Selecting
Male
Icelandic
Perhaps a modern form of Icelandic Fylkir, FALKOR means "people, tribe."Â
Boy/Male
Muslim/Islamic
Selection choice
Boy/Male
Muslim
Selection, Choice
Boy/Male
Arabic, Muslim
Selecting; Adopting
Male
English
Roman Latin name VICTOR means "conqueror."Â
Male
English
 Anglicized form of Scottish Gaelic Eachann, HECTOR means "brown horse." Compare with another form of Hector.
Male
Spanish
Spanish form of Roman Latin Victor, VÃCTOR means "conqueror."
Boy/Male
English American
Doctor; teacher.
Male
Arthurian
, sir Hector de Maris; (defender).
Male
Greek
(ΚάστωÏ) Greek name KASTOR means "beaver." In mythology, Castor/Kastor and Pollux/Polydeukes ("very sweet") are the twin sons of Leda and are known as the Gemini twins.
Surname or Lastname
French and Italian
French and Italian : occupational name from French, northern Italian sartor ‘tailor’ (Latin sartor).English : topographic name denoting someone who lived on land which had been cleared for cultivation, Old French assart, essart ‘woodland cleared for cultivation’ + the habitational suffix -er.
Surname or Lastname
English (chiefly Northamptonshire)
English (chiefly Northamptonshire) : probably from the obsolete slang term facer, denoting a braggart or bully. The earliest citation for this term in OED is c. 1515.Americanized spelling of German Feeser.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : habitational name from places called Caistor, in Lincolnshire and Norfolk, Caister in Norfolk, or Castor in Cambridgeshire, all named with Old English cæster ‘Roman fort or town’.
Boy/Male
Arabic, Muslim, Sindhi
Selection; Choice
Male
Spanish
Spanish name derived from Latin Pastor, PASTOR means "shepherd." St. Pastor was a 9-year-old boy who along with his 13-year-old brother, Justus, was martyred at Alcalá de Henares in the early 4th century.
Girl/Female
American, Hindu, Indian
Selection
Male
English
English surname transferred to forename use, ACTON means "oak tree settlement."Â
Boy/Male
Latin
Son of Azeus.
SELECTIVE FACTOR-1
SELECTIVE FACTOR-1
Boy/Male
German
Sage Ruler
Girl/Female
Muslim
Intelligent, Charming, A poem, Ode
Girl/Female
Arabic, Muslim
Good Nature
Boy/Male
Muslim/Islamic
Protector supporter
Boy/Male
Tamil
Mathrudev | மாதà¯à®°à¯à®¤à¯‡à®µÂ
One who worships his mother, For one whom mother is the deity
Boy/Male
Muslim
Mediator. Ambassador.
Girl/Female
Tamil
Goddess Parvati
Boy/Male
British, English
Wealthy
Boy/Male
Muslim
Able, Fit, Deserving
Girl/Female
Tamil
Shiva Priya | ஷிவபà¯à®°à®¿à®¯à®¾
Liked by Shiva, Goddess Durga
SELECTIVE FACTOR-1
SELECTIVE FACTOR-1
SELECTIVE FACTOR-1
SELECTIVE FACTOR-1
SELECTIVE FACTOR-1
n.
The chief elective officer of some universities, as in France and Scotland; sometimes, the head of a college; as, the Rector of Exeter College, or of Lincoln College, at Oxford.
a.
Throwing back images; as, a reflective mirror.
a.
Exerting the power of choice; selecting; as, an elective act.
a.
Selecting; tending to select.
n.
One who transacts business for another; an agent; a substitute; especially, a mercantile agent who buys and sells goods and transacts business for others in commission; a commission merchant or consignee. He may be a home factor or a foreign factor. He may buy and sell in his own name, and he is intrusted with the possession and control of the goods; and in these respects he differs from a broker.
imp. & p. p.
of Factor
n.
A house or place where factors, or commercial agents, reside, to transact business for their employers.
a.
Dependent on choice; bestowed or passing by election; as, an elective study; an elective office.
n.
The act of selecting, or the state of being selected; choice, by preference.
n.
See Faitour.
a.
Lacking some of the usual forms of declension or conjugation; as, a defective noun or verb.
n.
That which is selected; a collection of things chosen; as, a choice selection of books.
a.
Capable of exercising thought or judgment; as, reflective reason.
a.
Tending to lead astray; apt to mislead by flattering appearances; tempting; alluring; as, a seductive offer.
v. t.
To resolve (a quantity) into its factors.
a.
Wanting in something; incomplete; lacking a part; deficient; imperfect; faulty; -- applied either to natural or moral qualities; as, a defective limb; defective timber; a defective copy or account; a defective character; defective rules.
a.
Fitted for, or skilled in, detecting; employed in detecting crime or criminals; as, a detective officer.
a.
Addicted to introspective or meditative habits; as, a reflective person.
n.
The body of factors in any place; as, a chaplain to a British factory.
adv.
In fact; by the act or fact.