sqrt

/skwɑːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A mathematical function that returns the square root of a given number, often abbreviated as √.

“The calculator’s √ button will find the square root of the number you enter.”

2. verb

to find or calculate the square root of a number, often used in mathematical contexts.

“The teacher asked the students to sqrt the value to get the final answer.”

Synonyms

  • square root

Antonyms

  • cube
  • cubed