arcsin

/ɑrkˈsaɪn/
noun
  1. The inverse function of the sine, used in trigonometry to find an angle when the sine of that angle is known.
    • The arcsin of 0.5 is 30 degrees.
    • You can calculate arcsin using a scientific calculator or a math software.
    • In navigation, arcsin helps determine angles from known distances.
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