Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
monial
Noun
/ˈmoʊniəl/
Definition
A monial is a term used to refer to a simple mathematical expression consisting of a single term or a single variable raised to a power.
Examples
- The expression 5x3 is a monial, as it has only one term.
- In the polynomial 3x2 + 4x + 5, each term (3x2, 4x, and 5) is a monial.
- Monials can be combined using addition or subtraction to form polynomials.
Meaning
In mathematics, a monial is a fundamental component of polynomials, which consist of one or more monials combined together. Monials can be used in various mathematical contexts, including algebra and calculus.
Synonyms
- Single term
- Monomial
