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algebra

UK
/ˈæl.dʒɪ.brə/
US
/ˈæl.dʒə.brə/

Translations

algebranoun
algebras
pl
Algebra is a branch of mathematics dealing with symbols and the rules for manipulating those symbols.
Алгебра — это раздел математики, занимающийся символами и правилами их преобразования.
Synonyms
mathematics
calculus
geometry
arithmetic
equation
algebraadjective
UK
/ˈæl.dʒɪ.brə/
US
/ˈæl.dʒə.brə/
Used attributively before a noun to mean ‘relating to algebra’, e.g. ‘an algebra textbook’

Definitions

algebranoun
A branch of mathematics dealing with symbols and the rules for manipulating those symbols, representing numbers and relationships.
In algebra, we learn how to solve equations and understand the relationships between variables.
An algebraic structure such as a Lie algebra or associative algebra, consisting of a vector space or set equipped with one or more binary operations satisfying specific axioms.
The study of Lie algebras plays a central role in modern theoretical physics.
algebraadjective
Relating to or characteristic of algebra; used attributively before a noun.
She bought a new algebra textbook for the upcoming semester.
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