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Newton-Cotes formula

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Any of a group of formulas for numerical integration (quadrature) based on evaluating the integrand at equally spaced points.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: numerical analysis

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Synonyms: Newton-Cotes rule

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Named after Isaac Newton and Roger Cotes.

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Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: formule van Newton-Cotes — group of formulas
  • German: Newton-Cotes-Formel — group of formulas
  • Hungarian: Newton–Cotes-formula — group of formulas
  • Polish: metoda Newtona-Cotesa — group of formulas