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Maths Mæθs Noun Core Subjects English Science Teacher

Word3 maths
WordType (noun)
Phonetic /mæθs/ /mæθs/
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  • the core subjects are english, maths and science.
  • a maths teacher
  • if my maths is/are right, the answer is 142.
  • the class was struggling to find the solution to a maths problem.
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maths

(noun)/mæθs/ /mæθs/
  1. mathematics, especially as a subject in school
    • The core subjects are English, maths and science.
    • a maths teacher

    Extra Examples

    • I was taught to use Venn diagrams in the maths class.
    • Those expert in maths and technology were not always good managers of people.
    • Council tax inspectors are being given maths lessons.
  2. the process of calculating using numbers
    • If my maths is/are right, the answer is 142.
    • The class was struggling to find the solution to a maths problem.
    • Working out the quantities of the ingredients involved some complicated maths.
  3. to think carefully about something before doing it so that you know all the relevant facts or figures
    • Do the maths before you take on more debt.
    • If only someone had done the maths!
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