meta-analytic
/ˌmɛtəˌanəˈlɪtɪk/adjective
1 Mathematics. Designating a function of three real variables, whose partial derivatives with respect to these variables satisfy certain conditions, resulting in the function having properties analogous to those of an analytic function of one complex variable. Compare analytic rare.
2 Philosophy. Of or relating to meta-analysis.
3 Statistics. Of or relating to meta-analysis.
Origin
1960s. From meta- + analytic.
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