calculus
ˈkælkjələs
calculi
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Definition of calculus - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
numbersTECH.branch of mathematics studying limits, rates of change, and integrationTECH.
  • Calculus is essential for understanding physics and engineering.
infinitesimal calculus mathematical analysis
2.
medicalTECH.stony concretion forming in a bodily organTECH.
  • The patient had a calculus in the kidney.
sialolith stone urolith
3.
dentistryTECH.deposits of calcium phosphate on teethTECH.
  • Regular cleaning helps prevent calculus on teeth.
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Expressions with calculus

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hard deposit on teeth formed by mineralization of dental plaque
Regular brushing can help prevent dental calculus buildup.
branch of calculus studying derivatives and differentials
Differential calculus helps find the slope of a curve.
branch of mathematics dealing with derivatives and integrals
He studied infinitesimal calculus during his first year at university.
branch of calculus focusing on integration and its applications
Integral calculus is essential for solving complex engineering problems.
branch of logic using symbols for statements about objects and properties
Predicate calculus helps formalize statements in mathematics.
symbolic logic branch handling propositions and connectives
Propositional calculus uses symbols to represent logical connectives.

Origin of calculus

Latin, calculus (small stone)

Terms with calculus included in their meaning

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mathematics
branch of mathematics dealing with geometry using algebra and calculus
mathematics
branch of mathematics related to calculus
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vector calculus
symbol ∇ used for gradient operator
mathematics
operation of finding an integral in calculus
calculus
variable approaching zero as its limit
mathematics
function to be integrated in calculus
math reasoning
table showing logical relationships in propositional calculus
deln.
multivariable calculus
symbol ∂ in partial differential equations

Examples of calculus in a sentence

  • The team used calculus to refine the simulation.
  • Doctors discovered a calculus during the routine check-up.
  • The calculus caused severe pain and required immediate attention.
  • Dentists often remove calculus during check-ups.
  • Calculus can lead to gum disease if untreated.

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  1. French:analyse, calcul, ...
  2. German:Analysis, Konkrement, ...
  3. Italian:calcolo, calcolo renale, ...
  4. Spanish:cálculo, piedra, ...
  5. Portuguese:cálculo, tártaro, ...
  6. Chinese:微积分, 结石, ...
  7. Japanese:微積分, 結石, ...
  8. Arabic:تَفاضُل وَتَكامُل, حصاة, ...
  9. Hebrew:חֶשְׁבּוֹן אִינְפִינִיטֶסִימָלִי, אֶבֶן, ...
  10. Russian:математический анализ, конкремент, ...
  11. Ukrainian:математичний аналіз, камінь, ...
  12. Hindi:कलन, पथरी, ...
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