algorism
the Arabic system of arithmetical notation (with the figures 1, 2, 3, etc.).
the art of computation with the Arabic figures, one to nine, plus the zero; arithmetic.
Origin of algorism
1Other words from algorism
- al·go·ris·mic, adjective
Words Nearby algorism
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How to use algorism in a sentence
algorism, al′go-rizm, n. the Arabic system of numeration: arithmetic.
In arithmetic he was influential in spreading the ideas of algorism.
The Hindu-Arabic Numerals | David Eugene SmithSo the abacus held the field for a long time, even against the new algorism employing the new numerals.
The Hindu-Arabic Numerals | David Eugene Smith
British Dictionary definitions for algorism
/ (ˈælɡəˌrɪzəm) /
the Arabic or decimal system of counting
the skill of computation using any system of numerals
another name for algorithm
Origin of algorism
1Derived forms of algorism
- algorismic, adjective
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