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Definition of"dn" in English

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dn

/diː ɛn/
initialism

Definitions

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initialism

In computing and networking, 'DN' is an abbreviation for 'Distinguished Name', which is a unique identifier used to specify the location of an entry within a Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) directory structure.
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initialism

In digital imaging and signal processing, 'DN' stands for 'Digital Number', referring to the discrete numerical value assigned to a pixel or a sampled analog signal after analog-to-digital conversion.
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initialism

In mathematics, 'Dn' (often with 'n' as a subscript) is an abbreviation for 'Dihedral Group', a specific group in abstract algebra that describes the symmetries of a regular n-sided polygon.
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initialism

In physics and engineering, 'dN' or 'dn' can be an abbreviation for 'decinewton', a unit of force in the International System of Units (SI) equal to one-tenth of a newton.
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initialism

(Slang, internet culture) An abbreviation for 'Deez Nutz', often used as a humorous, juvenile, or teasing punchline, typically in response to a question or statement.
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initialism

An abbreviation used to refer to various proper nouns or organizations, such as 'Dagens Næringsliv' (a Norwegian business newspaper) or sometimes colloquially for 'Denmark'.
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Examples

  • "The server authenticates users based on their unique DN."

    The server authenticates users based on their unique Distinguished Name.

  • "The satellite sensor recorded a DN value of 150 for the forest canopy."

    The satellite sensor recorded a Digital Number value of 150 for the forest canopy.

  • "We are studying the properties of Dn groups in our abstract algebra class."

    We are studying the properties of Dihedral Group (Dn) groups in our abstract algebra class.

  • "The tiny motor produced a thrust of 2 dn."

    The tiny motor produced a thrust of 2 decinewtons.

  • "When he asked, 'What's the meaning of life?', she just smirked and said, 'DN!'"

    When he asked, 'What's the meaning of life?', she just smirked and said, 'Deez Nutz!'

Etymology

An initialism derived from various phrases and terms across different fields, context-dependent.

Cultural Notes

The slang usage of 'DN' as 'Deez Nutz' emerged prominently in internet culture as a meme and a form of playful, often juvenile, verbal prank or retort.

Frequency:Uncommon

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