math

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noun

ˈmath How to pronounce math (audio)
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math

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mathematical; mathematician

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Noun I did the math, and we can't afford to keep spending like this
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The new mind also has to solve the math problem sitting in front of it. — Lisa Nee, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026 The former math teacher is also concerned about English language arts. — Kellye Lynn, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026 He can be trusted to continue his development during a lockout, meaning the math works. — Troy Renck, Denver Post, 13 Aug. 2026 The statewide teacher vacancy rate has fallen 25%, and students in nearly every grade have made improvements in reading and math. — Derrick Whiting, Baltimore Sun, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for math

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circa 1847, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of math was circa 1847

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“Math.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/math. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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