a definite integral having one or both limits infinite or having an integrand that becomes infinite within the limits of integration
improper integral in American English
noun Math
1. Also called: infinite integral
a definite integral in which one or both of the limits of integration is infinite
2.
a definite integral in which the integrand becomes infinite at a point or points inthe interval of integration
Word origin
[1940–45]This word is first recorded in the period 1940–45. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: black box, redline, sealant, set-aside, zap
Examples of 'improper integral' in a sentence
improper integral
Indeed, we consider that this calculus technique for that improper integral has its own importance.
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