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noun
The plotting by a computer application of the best route between two points.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable, usually
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences
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noun
The finding of a path to a destination, such as by neuronal axons or developing cells.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable, usually
Topics: biology, natural-sciences
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History
From path + finding.
Across languages
2 source translations are retained for this English entry.
