Definition

Relating to or consisting of two parts or terms.

Example

In mathematics, a binomial expression has two terms, such as x + y.

Conversation

Did you understand the binomial theorem we covered in class?

A bit, but I’m still confused about how to apply it.

It’s really just about expressions with two terms, right?

Exactly! I just need to practice more with binomial equations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A name or expression that consists of two parts, often used in biology to identify species or in mathematics to describe a polynomial with two terms.

Example

The scientific name of the species is a binomial, consisting of the genus and species names.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a binomial in math class?

Yeah, I learned that it’s a polynomial with two terms, right?

Exactly! It can be something simple like x + y.

Root Explanation

Binomial → It is formed from "bi-" (meaning two) and "nomial" (from Latin "nomen", meaning name). The word "binomial" refers to a mathematical expression consisting of two names or terms.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bi-' meaning two, and 'nomial' relating to names or terms — that's why a binomial is an expression with two terms.

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