calculus
|cal-cu-lus|
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/ˈkælkjələs/
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/ˈkælkjʊləs/
mathematical study of change
Etymology
'calculus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'calculus,' where 'calx' meant 'limestone' or 'pebble.'
'calculus' changed from the Latin word 'calculus' and eventually became the modern English word 'calculus.'
Initially, it meant 'small stone used for counting,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'mathematical study of change.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a branch of mathematics that deals with the finding and properties of derivatives and integrals of functions.
Calculus is essential for understanding advanced physics.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a concretion of mineral salts around organic material found especially in hollow organs or ducts.
The patient was diagnosed with a kidney calculus.
Synonyms
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