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(Math.) the simples or most symmetrical form to which all functions of the same class can be reduced without lose of generality.

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The previous form of an object can thus be a poor guide to its contemporary manifestation, especially when one considers that the canonical form may itself be the subject of problematic interpretation.
The historical life of objects: African art history and the problem ... by Ogbechie, Sylvester Okwunodu / African Arts
Especially since those books have been accepted as part of the final and canonical form of Christian scripture by the greatest number of believers, for the longest period of time, his decision seemed inconsistent with his Stated emphasis on the role of the community in recognizing which books should be read as scripture (cf.
The Ways of Our God: An Approach to Biblical Theology by Dunn, Matthew W.I. / Biblical Theology Bulletin
This popular commentary on the second book of the Bible is based on the final, canonical form of the text.
Bound for Freedom. The Book of Exodus in Jewish and Christian ... by Klein, Ralph W. / Currents in Theology and Mission
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