Meaning & use

Quadrinomial

noun·Academic

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A mathematical expression consisting of four terms connected by plus or minus signs.

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The textbook asked students to factor the quadrinomial completely.

A quadrinomial can sometimes be simplified by grouping its terms in pairs.

A note on using this word

Formed on the pattern of "binomial" and "trinomial," using the Latin prefix "quadri-" for "four."

Another way to use it

2. adjective

Consisting of four terms.

The equation has a quadrinomial expansion.

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