math

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noun

ˈmath 

: mathematics

math

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abbreviation

mathematical; mathematician

Synonyms of math

Noun

• arithmetic
• calculation
• mathematics

Examples of math in a Sentence

Noun

I did the math, and we can't afford to keep spending like this

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

From their perspective, math problems are practical benchmarks to measure the capabilities of their products. — Rivka Galchen, New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2026

Simmons, on the other hand, is a guy who changes the math immediately for defensive coordinator Dennis Allen. — Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026

In the 1980s, people sought out textbooks – math, chemistry, physics – to self-study, which led to a whole new industry of learning. — New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026

Unprecedented interest Something seemed to change this year, said Erik Polyak, executive director of 314 Action, a political action committee that recruits, trains and helps Democrats with science, tech, engineering and math backgrounds get elected. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 1 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

circa 1847, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing math

• new math

Rhymes for math

• hath
• lath
• path
• rath
• spath
• spathe
• strath
• wrath
• aftermath
• multipath
• psychopath
• bloodbath

Kids Definition

math

noun

ˈmath

: mathematics