calculus — A branch of mathematics dealing with rates of change and the accumulation of quantities, using derivatives and integrals
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A branch of mathematics dealing with rates of change and the accumulation of quantities, using derivatives and integrals
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkælkjələs/
Example Sentences
- The bridge design requires calculus to determine how much weight it can safely hold.
- I passed my calculus exam by pure calculus—I calculated exactly how much luck I needed!
- Civil engineering students must master calculus before designing roads and structures.
calculus
NOUN[/ˈkælkjələs/]
A branch of mathematics dealing with rates of change and the accumulation of quantities, using derivatives and integrals
She uses calculus to find the exact curve of the bridge's arch.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'calculus' meaning 'small stone', originally referring to the pebbles used for counting on an abacus.
Breakdown
calc- (stone) + -ulus (diminutive suffix, 'small')
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📝Examples
“The bridge design requires calculus to determine how much weight it can safely hold.”
“I passed my calculus exam by pure calculus—I calculated exactly how much luck I needed!”
“Civil engineering students must master calculus before designing roads and structures.”
“My dentist said I have calculus on my teeth, and suddenly I felt like a math genius.”
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