mathematics
ˌmæθˈmætɪks
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Definition of mathematics - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
school subjectUKstudy of numbers, shapes, patterns, including algebra and geometryUK
  • In school, we studied algebra and geometry as parts of mathematics.
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2.
schoolperson's skill in using numbers and calculations
  • Her mathematics improved after extra tutoring.
arithmetic calculation numeracy
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Expressions with mathematics

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person who instructs math in schools or colleges
The mathematics teacher explained fractions with a simple drawing.
campus division responsible for mathematics teaching, research, staff and courses
She met with the department of mathematics to plan next semester’s classes.
academic division focusing on mathematics education and research
She is a professor in the mathematics department.
study of complex math topics learned after basic school math
He plans to major in physics, so he enjoys advanced mathematics.
study of math ideas without concern for real-world use
Pure mathematics explores concepts without practical applications.
mathematics used to solve real-world problems in sciences or society
Applied mathematics helps design safer bridges.

Origin of mathematics

Greek, mathema (knowledge) + -tics (study of)

Terms with mathematics included in their meaning

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mathematics
the number after three and before five
mathematics
equal to the number 100
education
class or course in mathematics
minusprep.
mathematics
indicating subtraction of one number from another
mathematics
the symbol used for subtraction
mathematics
number equal to one more than eight
mathematics
symbol representing quantity or position
mathematics
symbols or words used to represent quantities

Examples of mathematics in a sentence

  • Mathematics is compulsory until the end of junior high school.
  • His mathematics is strong enough for engineering.
  • Good mathematics helps her manage the shop accounts.

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  1. French:mathématiques, ...
  2. German:Mathematik, Rechenfertigkeit, ...
  3. Italian:matematica, abilità matematica, ...
  4. Spanish:matemáticas, habilidad matemática, ...
  5. Portuguese:matemática, competência matemática, ...
  6. Chinese:数学, 数学能力, ...
  7. Japanese:数学, 計算力, ...
  8. Arabic:رِياضِيّات, مهارة حسابية, ...
  9. Hebrew:מַתֶמָטִיקָה, חֶשְׁבּוֹן, ...
  10. Russian:математические способности, ...
  11. Ukrainian:математика, ...
  12. Hindi:गणित, गणितीय दक्षता, ...

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