calculus
n.
method of mathematical computation; abnormal mineral buildup in the body; gravel; small cup-like structure (Anatomy); system composed of many complex parts
Calculus
Calculus (
Latin, calculus, a small stone used for counting) is a branch of mathematics that includes the study of
limits,
derivatives,
integrals, and
infinite series, and constitutes a major part of modern university education. Historically, it was sometimes referred to as "the calculus", but that usage is seldom seen today. Calculus has widespread applications in
science and
engineering and is used to solve complicated problems for which
algebra alone is insufficient. Calculus builds on
algebra,
trigonometry, and
analytic geometry and includes two major branches,
differential calculus and
integral calculus, that are related by the
fundamental theorem of calculus. In more advanced mathematics, calculus is usually called
analysis and is defined as the study of
functions.
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Calculi
calculus
Noun
1. a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body; "renal calculi can be very painful"
(synonym) concretion
(hypernym) rock, stone
(hyponym) bladder stone, cystolith
2. an incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums
(synonym) tartar, tophus
(hypernym) crust, incrustation, encrustation
3. the branch of mathematics that is concerned with limits and with the differentiation and integration of functions
(synonym) the calculus, infinitesimal calculus
(hypernym) pure mathematics
(hyponym) analysis
(derivation) calculate, cipher, cypher, compute, work out, reckon, figure
(classification) mathematics, math, maths
Calculi
(pl. )
of Calculus
(n. pl.)
See Calculus.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), edited by Noah Porter.
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