ALGEBRAICAL

algebraic, algebraical

(adjective) of or relating to algebra; “algebraic geometry”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

algebraical (comparative more algebraical, superlative most algebraical)

Pertaining to algebra or its laws.

(mathematics) Requiring a finite number of algebraic operations; the opposite of transcendental.

Source: Wiktionary


Al`ge*bra"ic, Al`ge*bra"ic*al, a.

Definition: Of or pertaining to algebra; containing an operation of algebra, or deduced from such operation; as, algebraic characters; algebraical writings. Algebraic curve, a curve such that the equation which expresses the relation between the coördinates of its points involves only the ordinary operations of algebra; -- opposed to a transcendental curve.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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