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Definition of mathematician

mathematician

/ˌmæθ.ə.məˈtɪʃ.ən/
math · e · ma · ti · cian
Adverb:mathematically
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Plural:mathematicians
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Adjective:mathematical
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mathematician Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An expert or specialist in mathematics who conducts research, solves complex quantitative problems, or teaches mathematical theory.

Example

"The renowned mathematician spent years developing a proof for the long-standing conjecture."

• Rhymes for mathematician

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French mathematicien, from Latin mathematicus, which derives from Ancient Greek mathematikos ('relating to learning or science'), from mathema ('that which is learned').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mathematician. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mathematician
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