Polynomial
Math Grades 7-8An expression consisting of variables and coefficients, involving only addition, subtraction, multiplication, and non-negative integer exponents.
Definition
An expression consisting of variables and coefficients, that involves only the operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and non-negative integer exponents of variables.
Examples
- 3x² + 2x - 5
- 7y⁴ - y³ + 10y
- 15 (a constant is also a polynomial)
Synonyms & Related Terms
Monomial, binomial, trinomial, expression, term, degree.
Fun Fact
The word 'polynomial' comes from 'poly' (meaning many) and 'nomial' (meaning term). So, it literally means 'many terms.'
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Related Words
- Monomial
- Binomial
- Trinomial
- Expression
- Term
- Degree