math

/mæθ/

Definitions

1. noun

the study of numbers and quantities, including arithmetic, geometry, and algebra.

“She was struggling with the math homework.”

2. noun

a branch of knowledge, especially one dealing with quantitative relationships and operations.

“The new math curriculum is being implemented in schools.”

3. verb

to calculate or compute something, especially a quantity or amount.

“Can you math the cost of the materials?”

4. verb

to estimate or approximate something, especially a quantity or amount.

“We’ll have to math the number of people who will attend the event.”

Synonyms

  • algebra
  • arithmetic
  • geometry

Antonyms

  • history
  • literature