algorithm

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algorithm
n. (Mathematics) step-by-step procedure used to solve a problem (often includes repetition of steps); step-by-step problem-solving procedure used within software applications (Computers)

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Algorithm
In mathematics and computer science, an algorithm ( ) is a self-contained step-by-step set of operations to be performed. Algorithms exist that perform calculationdata processing, and automated reasoning.

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algorithm

Noun
1. a precise rule (or set of rules) specifying how to solve some problem
(synonym) algorithmic rule, algorithmic program
(hypernym) rule, formula
(hyponym) sorting algorithm


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algorithm
n. algoritmus

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Algorithm
(n.)
The art of calculating with any species of notation; as, the algorithms of fractions, proportions, surds, etc.
  
 
(n.)
The art of calculating by nine figures and zero.
  

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