Trigonometric function whose reciprocal is secant Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. ratio of the adjacent side to the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

RECIPROCAL (noun)
1. hybridization involving a pair of crosses that reverse the sexes associated with each genotype
2. (mathematics) one of a pair of numbers whose product is 1: the reciprocal of 2/3 is 3/2; the multiplicative inverse of 7 is 1/7
RECIPROCAL (adjective)
1. concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return
2. of or relating to the multiplicative inverse of a quantity or function
FUNCTION (noun)
1. the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
2. (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
FUNCTION (verb)
1. perform as expected when applied
2. serve a purpose, role, or function

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