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algebraic geometry
nounRare
/ˌæl.dʒɪˌbreɪ.ɪk dʒiˈɒm.ɪ.tri/The branch of mathematics that studies geometric objects and spaces using the methods of abstract algebra, particularly commutative algebra.
algebraic notation
nounLow
/ˌæl.dʒəˌbreɪ.ɪk nəʊˈteɪ.ʃən/A symbolic system for writing chess moves, where each square is identified by a coordinate (letter and number) and each piece (except pawns) is represented by a capital letter.
algebraic number
nounLow (Specialized)
/ˌæl.dʒɪˌbreɪ.ɪk ˈnʌm.bər/A number that is a root of a non-zero polynomial equation with rational coefficients.
algebraic operation
nounC1/C2
/ˌæl.dʒɪˈbreɪ.ɪk ˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən/A fundamental mathematical procedure, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division, defined on elements of an algebraic structure like numbers or matrices.
algebraic topology
nounVery Low (Specialist)
/ˌæl.dʒɪˌbreɪ.ɪk təˈpɒl.ə.dʒi/A branch of mathematics that uses tools from abstract algebra to study topological spaces by associating algebraic invariants (like groups or rings) to them, making classification and analysis possible.
algebraically closed field
nounC2
/ˌæl.dʒə.ˌbreɪ.ɪ.kli ˈkləʊzd ˈfiːld/A mathematical field in which every non-constant polynomial has a root within the field itself.
algebraist
nounC1/C2
/ˌæl.dʒɪˈbreɪ.ɪst/A person who specializes in the mathematical study of algebra.
algeciras
nounLow (Proper noun, geographical reference)
/ˌælhɛˈsɪəræs/A port city in southern Spain, located in the autonomous community of Andalusia, at the Bay of Gibraltar.
alger
nounObsolete / Extremely Rare
/ˈæl.dʒər/A 'toothwalk' stone used to sharpen scythes; more commonly, a whetstone or grinding stone.
algeria
nounB1
/ælˈdʒɪə.ri.ə/A country in North Africa, officially the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, known for its Sahara desert, Mediterranean coastline, and historical significance.
algerian
adjectivenounB1
/ælˈdʒɪə.ri.ən/Of or relating to Algeria, a country in North Africa, or its people.
algerian stripe
nounC2
/ælˈdʒɪə.ri.ən straɪp/A specific pattern in weaving or textiles, originally from Algeria, characterized by alternating broad stripes of bold colors.
algerienne
nounLow (C1/C2)
/ˌæl.dʒɪə.riˈen/A female native or inhabitant of Algeria; a woman of Algerian origin or nationality.
algerine
adjectivenounRare / Archaic
/ˌaldʒəˈriːn/A type of lightweight, plain-woven fabric, often made from silk, wool, or cotton, historically used for clothing.
algernon
nounVery Low
/ˈæl.dʒə.nən/A given male first name.
algesia
nounVery Low
/alˈdʒiːzɪə/The condition of having sensitivity to pain, or the perception of pain.
algesimeter
nounRare
/ˌældʒɪˈsɪmɪtə/An instrument for measuring sensitivity to pain or measuring pain intensity.
alghero
nounVery low
/ælˈɡɛərəʊ/A historic coastal city and commune in northwestern Sardinia, Italy.
algicide
nounC2
/ˈældʒɪsaɪd/A chemical substance or agent designed to kill or inhibit the growth of algae, especially in water bodies or industrial systems.
algie
nounExtremely Low/Very Rare
/ˈældʒiː/A non-standard or dialectal variant of "algia", a suffix meaning pain or suffering in a specific part of the body (e.g., neuralgia). As a standalone word, it is extremely rare and likely a colloquial or child's term for pain or a sore spot.

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