No. 5,067 in French

vecteur

A "vecteur" is a quantity having both magnitude and direction, commonly used in mathematics and physics.

In a sentence

Le vecteur de cette force est orienté vers le nord.
The vector of this force is oriented towards the north.
In this context, 'vecteur' is used in its mathematical and physical meanings, referring to a quantity having direction and magnitude.
Ce projet est un vecteur d'innovation pour notre entreprise.
This project is a driver of innovation for our company.
Here, 'vecteur' is metaphorically used to mean something that carries or conveys an idea, innovation, or initiative.
Le vecteur viral transporte les gènes nécessaires à la thérapie.
The viral vector carries the necessary genes for the therapy.
In this context, 'vecteur' refers to a biological carrier or vehicle, used in genetics and medicine to deliver compounds or genes.

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