Fiducial
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /f(a)ɪˈdjuːʃ(ɪ)əl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Fiducial is an adjective meaning Accepted as a fixed basis of reference.
Meaning
Accepted as a fixed basis of reference.
More Meanings
- Based on having trust.
- In photography, a familiar reference object used to show size or scale, such as a ruler or a coin; a fiducial marker.
- In manufacturing, a small mark on a circuit board used to align components; a fiducial point.
Example Sentences
Rulers and coins make good fiducial markers in photographs.
Word Forms
- fiducials
Synonyms for fiducial
Depending on context, synonyms include trustworthy, fiduciary, trusty.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include trustworthy, trusty, fiduciary, items, parameters, georeferenced.
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