algebraic (EN)

adjective

adjective “algebraic”

1. connected to or based on the rules of algebra
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   The algebraic equation 2x + 3 = 7 can be solved by subtracting 3 from both sides and then dividing by 2.
2. describes a number that is a solution to at least one polynomial equation with rational coefficients
   The number √2 is algebraic because it is a solution to the polynomial equation x^2 - 2 = 0.
3. in chess, refers to a way of naming the squares on the board based on fixed reference points, not depending on which player's side you are looking from
   In algebraic notation, the move is written as "e4" instead of "P-K4".