schematic
/ski'mætik/
Definition
Adjective:
- Represented in simplified or symbolic form: Describing something that shows the basic form or structure of a system, object, or idea, often using symbols and lines rather than realistic details. It emphasizes the functional relationships and arrangement of parts.
Noun:
- Diagram of an electrical or mechanical system: A drawing that uses abstract, graphic symbols to represent the components and connections of a system, such as a circuit or engine, to explain its principles of operation.
Usage Examples
Adjective:
- The engineer provided a schematic drawing of the new processor's architecture.
- Her explanation was very schematic, focusing only on the core concepts.
Noun:
- Please refer to the schematic on page three to identify the resistor locations.
- Before building the radio, he studied the electrical schematic carefully.
Advanced Usage
"in schematic form": presented as a simplified diagram or outline.
- The proposal was submitted in schematic form, with detailed plans to follow.
"schematic representation": a depiction that simplifies reality to highlight structure or function.
- The textbook uses schematic representations to illustrate complex biological processes.
Variants and Related Words
Schematically (adverb): in a schematic manner.
- The data was presented schematically for clarity.
Schema (noun): a structured framework or outline; a plan.
- The psychologist discussed the cognitive schema for memory.
Synonyms
- Adjective: Diagrammatic, simplified, symbolic, outline.
- Noun: Diagram, blueprint, plan, layout.
Related Phrases
- Schematic diagram: The full term for a schematic, emphasizing its nature as a drawing.
- A schematic diagram is essential for troubleshooting electronic devices.
Adjective
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represented in simplified or symbolic form
Noun
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diagram of an electrical or mechanical system
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