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maths

American  
[maths] / mæθs /

noun

(used with a singular or plural verb)
  1. mathematics.


maths 1 British  
/ mæθs /

noun

  1. US and Canadian equivalent: mathinformal (functioning as singular) short for mathematics

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

maths. 2 British  

abbreviation

  1. mathematics

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of maths

By shortening

Example Sentences

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The children are encouraged to help in the library or as maths mentors, but to do so, they must fill in application forms and be interviewed. 

From BBC

Apart from their practical classes, the students, aged 18 to 35, also learn the basics of geology, rock mechanics, maths and English.

From Barron's

They were a source of motivation when she was studying maths, "which seemed so far removed from the space adventure I dreamt of", Adenot recently told a podcast.

From Barron's

While the sessions do cover some maths and writing skills, Deb says parents of the children who attend provide the academic side of their learning.

From BBC

In order to obtain a place, students must demonstrate that they are on track to achieve at least eight GCSEs at grades 9 to 7, including English and maths.

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