Hamiltonian

  1. Adjective.  (mathematics) Applied to various mathematical constructs developed or inspired by Hamilton, as in (term, Hamiltonian path) , (term, Hamiltonian cycle) .
  2. Noun.  (physics) In quantum mechanics, the observable, denoted by ''H'', that corresponds to the total energy of the system.
  3. Noun.  A native or inhabitant of any city named Hamilton.
  4. Adjective.  (alternative capitalization of, Hamiltonian) .

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