algebra
the branch of mathematics that deals with general statements of relations, utilizing letters and other symbols to represent specific sets of numbers, values, vectors, etc., in the description of such relations.
any of several algebraic systems, especially a ring in which elements can be multiplied by real or complex numbers (linear algebra ) as well as by other elements of the ring.
any special system of notation adapted to the study of a special system of relationship: algebra of classes.
Origin of algebra
1Other words from algebra
- pre·al·ge·bra, noun, adjective
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The definitions sprawled across many areas of math, from algebra to topology to geometry.
Building the Mathematical Library of the Future | Kevin Hartnett | October 1, 2020 | Quanta MagazineYou could also have worked through a little algebra before plugging anything in.
When I was an undergraduate I was really attracted to abstract algebra.
Conducting the Mathematical Orchestra From the Middle | Rachel Crowell | September 2, 2020 | Quanta MagazineThe simpler objects are arrays of numbers called matrices, the core element of linear algebra.
The ‘Useless’ Perspective That Transformed Mathematics | Kevin Hartnett | June 9, 2020 | Quanta MagazineMany people see algebra as methods and rules, but you can take any algebraic expression and see it visually.
America’s Math Curriculum Doesn’t Add Up (Ep. 391) | Steven D. Levitt | October 3, 2019 | Freakonomics
What did those darned Muslims give us other than grammar and algebra?
Nevertheless, it was required, and at least it was more fun than studying algebra or photosynthesis.
The Financial Case for Dodgeball: Why America Needs Gym Class | Mark McKinnon | April 28, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThat same year Forever 21 was forced to stop selling tops that read “Allergic to algebra.”
The Rise of Sexist Fashion, From Plain Jane Homme to Disney | Soraya Roberts | May 9, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTThe arc of Hathahate is like one of those U-ish parabolas from algebra class.
The Cult of Hathahaters: Will It Hurt Anne Hathaway’s Oscar Chances? | Kevin Fallon | January 20, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTTo make the algebra work, each day had to have been twenty-two hours in length.
How Long Is a Year? Is the Earth Slowing Down? And Other Questions About Time | Neil Shubin | January 6, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTIt fell into the three more or less isolated subjects of arithmetic, algebra and Euclid.
The Salvaging Of Civilisation | H. G. (Herbert George) WellsDinah had left her slate on 10 a chair, and dropped her algebra on the carpet, at the sound of Norahs voice below the window.
Tessa Wadsworth's Discipline | Jennie M. DrinkwaterOld Faithful had worked half-way through the algebra and was busy solving simultaneous equations whilst sitting on the War Loan.
We do not propose that he shall decipher the hieroglyphics of algebra and geometry.
Astronomy for Amateurs | Camille FlammarionGeneral Grant never saw an algebra nor any mathematical work until he went to West Point.
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British Dictionary definitions for algebra
/ (ˈældʒɪbrə) /
a branch of mathematics in which arithmetical operations and relationships are generalized by using alphabetic symbols to represent unknown numbers or members of specified sets of numbers
the branch of mathematics dealing with more abstract formal structures, such as sets, groups, etc
Origin of algebra
1Derived forms of algebra
- algebraist (ˌældʒɪˈbreɪɪst), noun
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Scientific definitions for algebra
[ ăl′jə-brə ]
A branch of mathematics in which symbols, usually letters of the alphabet, represent numbers or quantities and express general relationships that hold for all members of a specified set.
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Cultural definitions for algebra
A branch of mathematics marked chiefly by the use of symbols (see also symbol) to represent numbers, as in the use of a2 + b2 = c2 to express the Pythagorean theorem.
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