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mathematician

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Noun — A person who studies or works professionally in mathematics.

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Etymology

From Middle French mathematicien, ultimately from Greek mathēmatikós, "fond of learning."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mathematician” mean?

The word “mathematician” means a person who studies or works professionally in mathematics. In plain terms, an expert in mathematics.

How do you pronounce “mathematician”?

“Mathematician” is pronounced math-muh-TIHSH-uhn (/ˌmæθ.(ə.)məˈtɪʃ.ən/ in IPA).

How do you use “mathematician” in a sentence?

Here is “mathematician” used in a sentence: “The university hired a leading mathematician to head the research group.”

What part of speech is “mathematician”?

“Mathematician” is a noun.

Where does the word “mathematician” come from?

The word “mathematician” comes from Middle French. From Middle French mathematicien, ultimately from Greek mathēmatikós, "fond of learning.".

Is “mathematician” a common word?

“Mathematician” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

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