Algebra
7 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
A branch of mathematics dealing with symbols and the rules for manipulating those symbols to solve equations and represent relationships. It generalises arithmetic using letters to represent numbers.
“Students begin learning algebra in secondary school to prepare for advanced mathematics.”
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mathematical notationsymbolic mathematics
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A appears twice; contains three vowels (A, E); common letter patterns
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Worth 10 points; good balance of vowels and consonants
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