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Noun: arithmetic  u'rith-mu,tik
  1. (mathematics) the branch of pure mathematics dealing with the theory of numerical calculations
    "She excelled in arithmetic, easily solving complex problems in her head"
Adjective: arithmetic  u'rith-mu,tik
  1. Relating to or involving arithmetic
    "arithmetic computations";
    - arithmetical

Derived forms: arithmetics

Type of: pure mathematics

Encyclopedia: Arithmetic