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Matrix (plural matrices) has several meanings. Generally speaking, a matrix is something that provides support or structure, especially in the sense of surrounding and/or shaping. It comes from the Latin word for "womb", which itself derived from the Latin word for "mother", which is mater. Various disciplines use the term "matrix" with differing meanings:

In mathematics, a matrix is a rectangular table of data.
The movie, The Matrix.
In the cosmetics and beauty industry, Matrix is a division of the L'Oréal Group. Matrix offers products for hair coloring, hair styling, and hair care. It is also the leading brand for hair salon professionals.
In William Gibson's The Sprawl novels, the Matrix is the 3D next-generation internet.
In biology the word matrix is used for the material between animal or plant cells, or generally the material (or "tissue") in which more specialized structures are embedded, and also specifically for one part of the mitochondrion. See biological matrixIn biology, the word matrix is used for the material between animal or plant cells, or generally the material (or "tissue") in which more specialized structures are embedded, and also specifically for one part of the mitochondrion. The internal structure.
As an acronym, MATRIX is the Multistate Anti-Terrorism Information ExchangeThe Multistate Anti-Terrorism Information Exchange Program otherwise known as the "Matrix", has recently come under scrutiny by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). The Multistate Anti-Terrorism Information Exchange Program Threatens To Revive Total.
In geologyGeology (from Greek γ&eta ge "the earth") and λογος logos "word", "reason")) is the science and study of the Earth, its composition, structure, physical properties, history, and the processes that shape it. Geolog, the outer material of a rock consisting of larger grains embedded in a material consisting of smaller ones. is called a geological matrixIn geology, if a rock consists of larger crystals ( phenocrysts) embedded in fine grained often microscopic crystals, this surrounding material (or "substrate") is termed matrix . For example, in Africa diamonds are often mined from a matrix of clay-like.
In archaeologyArchaeology or archeology ( American English) is the study of human cultures through the recovery, documentation and analysis of material remains, including architecture, artefacts, biofacts, human remains, and landscapes. The goal of archaeology is to sh, the matrix is the sediment surrounding and including the artifactThis article is about the archaeological concept of artifacts (or artefacts). For other definitions, see Artifact (disambiguation). In archaeology, an artifact or artefact is any object made by a human culture, and often one later recovered by some archaes, features, and other materials at an archaeological siteAn archaeological site is a place (or group of physical sites) in which evidence of past activity is preserved (either prehistoric or historic), and which has been investigated using the discipline of archaeology. Beyond this, the definition and geographi. See archeological matrixIn archaeology, the matrix is the sediment surrounding and including the artifacts, features, and other materials at an archaeological site..
In the kind of printing which involves setting type, a matrix (often called a "mat") is a mold for shaping the letters. See printing matrix
In sound recording, a matrix can refer to a disc in the early stages of processing a record for mass production. See sound recording matrix
In music matrices are used in the visualization of all permutations or forms of a tone row or set in music written using the twelve tone technique or serialism. See musical matrix. See also: musical set theory, equal temperament.
In the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, the Matrix is an advanced computer network and a virtual reality environment first featured in the 1976 serial The Deadly Assassin.
In transportation, the MATRIX is an automobile produced by Toyota
The Matrix is also a group of music producers who have worked with singers such as Avril Lavigne and Liz Phair.
The Matrix is also the nickname of NBA player Shawn Marion.
In the fictional universe of the Transformers, an object of massive power typically held by the Autobot leader. See Autobot Matrix of Leadership.
In organisational theory a MATRIX is a style of organisation which encourages cross departmental co-operation rather than a strict hierarchy.

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