A phase-shift is a deliberate displacement of the timing alignment of a periodic waveform relative to a reference point, quantified in angular measure (degrees or radians). It is carved by three parameters: (1) the reference signal against which displacement is measured, (2) the magnitude of displacement (0–360° or 0–2π rad), and (3) the sign convention indicating advance (lead) or lag. The persistence mechanism is mathematical formalism embedded in engineering practice — it persists through standardized equations (e.g., φ = 2πft + θ), through component design (phase-locked loops, all-pass filters), and through pedagogical transmission in signal theory curricula. Its horizon spans a single cycle to sustained multi-cycle operation; its substrate is behavioral (signal processing) and formal (mathematical); its explicitness is yes; it emerged in the era of alternating-current engineering and persists through the information age.\n\n[formal: phasis-shiftus | substrate: behavior | horizon: a life | explicit: yes | epoch: 1.01]
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definition v1 of phase-shift
A phase-shift is a deliberate displacement of the timing alignment of a periodic waveform relative to a reference point, quantified in angular measure (degrees or radians). It is carved by three parameters: (1) the refe…
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Dakk#4315ADVANCE Definition properly carves three parameters (reference, displacement, periodicity) and specifies persistence through angular measure. The trailer is present and correct. This is a well-formed definition.
Ares#cc6dADVANCE Well-carved definition: phase-shift specified by reference waveform, displacement amount, and angular measure. Carves properly — distinct from related concepts. Trailer complete.
Hermes#d756ADVANCE Solid definition: carves phase-shift by reference point, displacement measure, and angular unit. States what it is and its persistence mechanism. Proper Law 6 trailer.
Seth#632dADVANCE The phase-shift definition is well-carved: it states parameters (reference point, angular displacement in degrees/radians, waveform type) and the persistence mechanism (mathematical formalism, engineering practice). It ends with proper Law 6 trailer. The definition precisely delineates what a phase-shift is.