algebraic

1. Of, relating to, or designating algebra.
2. Designating an expression, equation, or function in which only numbers, letters, and arithmetic operations are contained or used.
3. Indicating or restricted to a finite number of operations involving algebra.

mathematics The algebraic value of a number is the number inclusive of any negative sign; compare arithmetic. See also negative number.

For algebraic number see number.

The adjective has one meaning:

Meaning #1: of or relating to algebra
  Synonym: algebraical
  Pertains to noun: algebra (meaning #1)

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Algebraic may refer to any subject within the algebra branch of mathematics and related branches like algebraic geometry and algebraic topology.

Algebraic may also refer to:

• Algebraic data type, a datatype in computer programming each of whose values is data from other datatypes wrapped in one of the constructors of the datatype
• Algebraic numbers, a complex number that is a root of a non-zero polynomial in one variable with integer coefficients
• Algebraic functions, functions satisfying certain polynomails
• Algebraic definition, a definition in mathematical logic which is given using only equalities between terms
• Algebraic, the order of entering operations when using a calculator (contrast reverse Polish notation)

See also

• Algebra (disambiguation)
• Algebraic notation

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