mathematics — the abstract science of number, quantity, and space
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the abstract science of number, quantity, and space
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/
Example Sentences
- My calculator broke during the mathematics exam, so I had to count on my fingers like a kindergartener.
- Mathematics is the universal language that aliens would understand.
- He claims he's bad at mathematics, but he can calculate a restaurant bill split in seconds.
mathematics
NOUN[/ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/]
the abstract science of number, quantity, and space
Mathematics helps people understand patterns, numbers, and the world around them.
Mathematics plays an important role in science and technology. (MATH + LOGIC = MATHEMATICS)
Mathematics, statistics, and analytics helped reveal important discoveries.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Mathematics derives from Ancient Greek mathematikos, meaning 'inclined to learn' or 'relating to learning'. The Greeks regarded mathematics as fundamental to all disciplines, making it the foundation of their intellectual pursuits.
Breakdown
math- (from Greek manthanein, 'to learn') + -ematics (relating to, or concerning). The suffix -ica (Latin) transforms the adjective mathematikos into a noun denoting the discipline itself.
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📝Examples
“My calculator broke during the mathematics exam, so I had to count on my fingers like a kindergartener.”
“Mathematics is the universal language that aliens would understand.”
“He claims he's bad at mathematics, but he can calculate a restaurant bill split in seconds.”
“The beauty of mathematics lies in its logical precision and elegant solutions.”
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