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Flat memory model — In computer systems design, a flat memory model refers to a linear addressing paradigm, such that the CPU can directly (and sequentially) address all of the available memory locations, without having to resort to any sort of bank switching or… … Wikipedia
rule — ruËl n. law, regulation; custom, common practice; government; ruler, flat tool used for measuring distances v. govern, control; determine, decide, decree; mark with lines using a ruler … English contemporary dictionary
per se rule — n 1: a generalized rule applied without consideration for specific circumstances would go even further and apply a per se rule of invalidity to affirmative action programs Alan Freeman – called also flat rule; 2: a rule that considers a… … Law dictionary
parallel rule — noun or parallel ruler : an instrument for drawing a line parallel to another or a series of parallel lines: as a. : a flat rule running on a pair of rollers in one of its sides b. : a pair of straightedges connected by two equal parallel links… … Useful english dictionary
Naismith's Rule — is a rule of thumb that helps in the planning of a walking or hiking expedition by calculating how long it will take to walk the route, including ascents. The rule was devised by William W. Naismith, a Scottish mountaineer, in 1892. The basic… … Wikipedia
Common Flat Lizard — Adult male at N wanetsi River, Kruger National Park (South Africa) Probably P. i. intermedius Scientific classification … Wikipedia
Coggeshall slide rule — In measurement, the Coggeshall slide rule, also called a carpenter s slide rule, was a slide rule designed by Henry Coggeshall in 1677 to facilitate measuring the dimensions, superficies, and solidity of timber. With his original design and later … Wikipedia
Foot rule — Foot Foot (f[oo^]t), n.; pl. {Feet} (f[=e]t). [OE. fot, foot, pl. fet, feet. AS. f[=o]t, pl. f[=e]t; akin to D. voet, OHG. fuoz, G. fuss, Icel. f[=o]tr, Sw. fot, Dan. fod, Goth. f[=o]tus, L. pes, Gr. poy s, Skr. p[=a]d, Icel. fet step, pace… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
rating rule — ▪ yachting in yacht racing, rule used to classify sailing yachts of different designs to enable them to compete on relatively equal terms. The competition may be either among yachts in a particular rating class or on a handicap basis, with… … Universalium
slide-rule general — (SLYD rool jen.uh.rul) n. A military leader who takes an intellectual or theoretical approach to war; a military leader who prefers high tech weaponry and tactics over traditional military doctrines. Example Citation: But it s not all rosy… … New words
