kolmogorov

/kɐlˈmɑɣərɐf/ or /kɔlˈmɑɡərɔf/

Definitions

1. noun

A Russian mathematician, Andrey Nikolaevich Kolmogorov, best known for his work in probability theory and information theory.

“He studied the contributions of Kolmogorov to modern statistics.”

2. proper noun

A reference to Andrey Nikolaevich Kolmogorov, especially in mathematical contexts.

“Kolmogorov’s work on probability theory is a foundation of modern statistics.”

Synonyms

  • Kolmogorovian
  • Russian mathematician