algebraic
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dʒəˈbreɪ adjective
1.
of, occurring in, or utilizing algebra.
2.
Mathematics. of or pertaining to an element that is the root of a polynomial equation with coefficients from some given field: 
is algebraic over the field of real numbers.
is algebraic over the field of real numbers. 3.
using arbitrary letters or symbols in place of the letters, symbols, or numbers of an actual application.
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Algebraic
is always a great word to know.
So is coefficient. Does it mean:
| the assumed limit of a sequence or series that increases without bound; infinite distance |
| a number or quantity placed before and multiplying another quantity, such as 3 in the expression 3x |
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| 1. | of or relating to algebra: an algebraic expression |
| 2. | using or relating to finite numbers, operations, or relationships |
| algebraical or algebraical | |
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| algebraically or algebraical | |
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algebraic definition
theoryIn domain theory, a complete partial order is algebraic if every element is the least upper bound of some chain of compact elements. If the set of compact elements is countable it is called omega-algebraic.
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Example sentences
Although graphing calculators help students solve equations, it is also important that students understand algebraic expressions.
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The algebraic signs in the first column are those of the cotangents themselves.
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