matrix   (Sound)

The noun matrix has 6 senses

• matrix -- ((mathematics) a rectangular array of quantities or expressions set out by rows and columns; treated as a single element and manipulated according to rules)


• matrix -- ((geology) amass of fine-grained rock in which fossils, crystals, or gems are embedded)


• matrix -- (an enclosure within which something originates or develops (from the Latin for womb))


• matrix, intercellular substance, ground substance -- (the body substance in which tissue cells are embedded)


• matrix -- (the formative tissue at the base of a nail)


• matrix -- (mold used in the production of phonograph records, type, or other relief surface)