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< rational

rational function >

ra·tion·ale

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) KEY

NOUN:

Fundamental reasons; the basis.
An exposition of principles or reasons.

ETYMOLOGY:
Late Latin ratinle, from neuter of Latin ratinlis, rational ; see rational

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