singularity

  1. Noun.  the state of being singular, distinct, peculiar, uncommon or unusual.
  2. Noun.  a point where all parallel lines meet.
  3. Noun.  a point where a measured variable reaches unmeasurable or infinite value.
  4. Noun.  (mathematics) the value or range of values of a function for which a derivative does not exist.
  5. Noun.  (physics) a point or region in spacetime in which gravitational forces cause matter to have an infinite density; associated with black holes.
  6. Noun.  A proposed point in the technological future at which artificial intelligences become capable of augmenting and improving themselves, leading to an explosive growth in intelligence.

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