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quadratic Definition


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quadratic
noun
    1. An algebraic equation that involves the square, but no higher power, of an unknown quantity or variable. It has the general formula ax2 + bx + c = 0, where x is the unknown variable.
      Form: quadratic equation (in full)
    2. The branch of algebra that deals with this type of equation.
      Form: quadratics
adj
    1. Involving the square of an unknown quantity or variable but no higher power.
    2. Square.
Etymology: 17c.



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