Definition

A person who studies or works with algebra, which is a branch of mathematics dealing with symbols and the rules for manipulating those symbols.

Example

The algebraist presented a groundbreaking theorem at the conference.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new algebraist at the university?

Yeah, I read an article about them. They seem really impressive!

I wonder what kind of research they focus on as an algebraist.

I think it's mostly about finding new ways to solve complex equations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Algebraist → It is formed from "algebra" (from Arabic *al-jabr*, meaning the reunion of broken parts) and "-ist" (meaning a person who practices or is concerned with). An algebraist is a person who practices or specializes in algebra, which involves the manipulation of mathematical symbols and equations.

Memory Tip

Think of 'algebra' as the process of bringing together broken parts in mathematics, and '-ist' means a person who specializes in that process. So, an algebraist is someone who specializes in the reunion of mathematical parts.

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