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mathematic

mathematic

9.9
The study of numbers, shapes, and their relationships
  • noun
  • /ˌmæθəˈmætɪk/
  • Archaic
translation icon : matemáticas
  • In the old university the study of mathematic included arithmetic, geometry, and logic.

Examples

  • The library contained rare books on mathematic from the seventeenth century.

  • He devoted his life to the pursuit of mathematic in the tradition of ancient scholars.

  • I studied mathematic concepts in school.

  • Can you explain the basics of mathematic?

  • In the old university, the study of mathematic involved understanding the principles of numbers and shapes.

  • He devoted his life to the pursuit of mathematic, exploring its foundational theories and applications.

  • The library contained rare texts on mathematic, showcasing the evolution of numerical study through the ages.

Synonyms

math
vsmathematic
  • Informal
709 1.0

The study of numbers, shapes, and patterns

is an archaic written form not used in modern standard speech
mathematics
vsmathematic
157 3.7

Study of numbers, shapes, and patterns used to solve problems

is the older written form rather than the current standard name
maths
vsmathematic
  • UK
1.2

The study of numbers, shapes, and amounts used to solve problems

is the older written form without modern usage or emphasis on logic

Surface Forms

mathematic singular
mathematicians plural

Etymology

Mathematic was also used long ago to mean the science of numbers and shapes, coming from Greek mathēma 'lesson' or 'what is learned' and giving us modern mathematics. So when old books say mathematic, they mean the study or body of knowledge about numbers, shapes, and their relations.