key term - Sin x

Definition

Sin x refers to the trigonometric sine function, which relates an angle in a right triangle to the ratio of the length of the side opposite that angle to the length of the hypotenuse.

Related terms

Trigonometric Functions: Mathematical functions that relate angles and sides of triangles.

Cosine (cos) Function: A trigonometric function that relates an angle in a right triangle to the ratio of the length of the adjacent side to the length of the hypotenuse.

Tangent (tan) Function: A trigonometric function that relates an angle in a right triangle to the ratio of the length of the opposite side to the length of the adjacent side.