English Words for "Mathematics" | C1 Vocabulary

diameter

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a straight line from one side of a round object, particularly a circle, passing through the center and joining the other side

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The diameter of a circle is the longest distance between any two points on its circumference, passing through the center.

To calculate the circumference of a circle, you need to know its diameter and use the formula π × diameter.

radius

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the length of a straight line drawn from the center of a circle to any point on its outer boundary

ratio

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the relation between two amounts indicating how much larger one value is than the other

decimal

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(mathematics) a number less than one, called a fraction, that is represented as a period followed by the number of tenths, hundredths, etc.

equation

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(mathematics) a statement indicating the equality between two values

subtraction

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the process or act of taking away one number from another

addition

formula

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(mathematics) a rule or law represented in symbols, letters, or numbers

function

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(mathematics) a quantity whose value changes according to another quantity's varying value

factor

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(mathematics) one of the numbers that another number can be divided by

dividend

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(mathematics) the number to be divided in a division problem

divisor

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(mathematics) the number that divides another number in a division problem

mathematical

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related to or used in mathematics

minimal

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very small in amount or degree, often the smallest possible

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numerical

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represented in numbers

countless

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so numerous that it cannot be easily counted or quantified

endless

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very great in number, amount, or size and seeming to be without end or limit

infinite

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(of a math sequence) having the ability to be continued forever

ordinal

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a number that indicates the position of something in a sequence, such as third, second, etc.

bracket

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each of the two symbols [ ] used to indicate that the enclosed numbers or words should be considered separately

What is a "bracket"?

A bracket [ ] is a punctuation mark used in writing to enclose information that clarifies or adds context to a statement. Brackets often indicate modifications or explanations made by someone other than the original author, such as when adding a word for clarity within a quote. In academic writing, they can denote editorial notes or citations. Brackets are also used in mathematics and programming to indicate arrays or lists. They serve to organize information and help readers understand the relationship between different elements in a text.

segment

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(geometry) a part of a circle that is separated from the rest by a line

solid

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(geometry) a shape that is not two-dimensional because it has height, width, and length

to express

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(mathematics) to indicate something by a formula, symbol, etc.

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to total

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to add up numbers or quantities to find the overall amount

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metric system

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a standard of measurement that is based on the kilogram, the meter, and the liter

What is the "metric system"?

The metric system is an international system of measurement based on units of ten. It includes standardized units for length, which is meter, for mass, which is gram, for volume, which is liter, for temperature, which is Celsius, and other physical quantities. The metric system provides a simple and consistent framework for measuring and comparing quantities across different contexts and disciplines. It is widely used around the world in scientific research, engineering, industry, commerce, and everyday life.

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barrel

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a unit for measuring oil and beer that equals 42 US gallons or 35 imperial gallons for oil and 36 imperial gallons for beer

hectare

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a land measurement unit that equals 10000 square meters or 2471 acres

horsepower

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a unit for measuring an engine's power

pace

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a measure of length that equals the distance traveled between two steps during a walk

pint

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a measure equal to 16 fluid ounces, often used for measuring liquids such as beer or milk

What is "pint"?

A pint is a unit of volume measurement commonly used in the United States to measure liquids. It is abbreviated as "pt." In the US customary system, one liquid pint is equal to 16 fluid ounces or approximately 473.176 milliliters. Pints are commonly used to measure beverages such as milk, beer, and cider, as well as other liquids like soup or sauce. They are also used as a standard serving size in many bars and restaurants for certain drinks, such as draft beer or cocktails.

proof

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a scale for measuring the strength of alcoholic beverages

What is "proof"?

Proof refers to a unit of measurement indicating the alcoholic strength of a beverage, particularly distilled spirits like whiskey, vodka, rum, and gin. In the United States, proof is defined as twice the percentage of alcohol by volume (ABV). For example, a beverage with 40% ABV would be considered 80 proof. Historically, the term "proof" originated in the United Kingdom, where it showed the alcohol content of spirits in relation to the amount of gunpowder that could still catch fire when soaked in the spirit. Today, it serves as a standard measure of alcohol strength, with 100 proof being typical for many spirits.

quart

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a unit of volume measurement the United States for liquids, equal to 32 fluid ounces or approximately 946 milliliters

What is "quart"?

A quart is a unit of volume measurement commonly used in the United States to measure liquids. It is abbreviated as "qt." In the US customary system, one liquid quart is equal to 32 fluid ounces or approximately 946.353 milliliters. Quarts are commonly used to measure larger volumes of liquids such as milk, water, juice, and other beverages.

score

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a set or group of twenty or approximately twenty people or things

miles per hour

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the distance traveled in miles in relation to the time passed when doing so

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value

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(mathematics) an amount that is shown by a sign or letter

variable

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(mathematics) a quantity that is capable of assuming different values in a calculation

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