Algorism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Algorism is a noun meaning (uncountable, historical) Calculation with Arabic numerals.
Meaning
(uncountable, historical) Calculation with Arabic numerals.
More Meanings
- Obsolete spelling of algorithm (all senses).
Example Sentences
The Algorism in Addition of Fractions. — There are two accepted forms of work in addition of fractions.
The works of al-Khowarizmi were translated into Latin, and through a perversion of his name the art of computing with Hindu-Arabic numerals became known as algorism.
Word Forms
- algorisms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include algorithm, algebra, mathematicks, arithmatic, logistic, rule.
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