algebra
/ˈæl.dʒə.bɹə/
noun
- A branch of mathematics that uses symbols and letters to represent numbers and quantities in equations and formulas.
- In algebra, we use letters like x and y to stand for unknown numbers.
- The teacher explained that algebra is the foundation for more advanced math courses.
- She struggled with algebra at first, but now she enjoys solving equations.
- A system or set of rules for combining elements, often used in logic or computer science.
- In abstract algebra, mathematicians study structures like groups and rings.
- Boolean algebra is used to design digital circuits.
- The programmer applied relational algebra to query the database.