Lambda

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈlæm.dÉ™/

Origin

from Greek λάμδα

Full definition of lambda

Noun

1. The eleventh letter of the Classical Greek and alphabet, the twelfth of the alphabet.
2. Unit representation of wavelength.
3. (physics) The cosmological constant.
4. (computing, programming) A lambda expression.
5. (anatomy) The junction of the lambdoid and sagittal sutures of the cranium
6. (physics) A lambda baryon

Derived terms

• lambdacism
• lambda expression
• lambda moth
• lambdoid
• lamda
• Lambda calculus