The words of mathematics : an etymological dictionary of mathematical terms used in English / Steven Schwartzman.

By: Material type: TextSeries: MAA spectrumPublication details: Washington, DC : Mathematical Association of America, c1994.Description: vii, 261 p. : ill. ; 26 cmISBN:
  • 0883855119
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 510/.3 20
LOC classification:
  • REF QA5 .S375 1994
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Reference Storms Research Center Reference Collection - Does Not Circulate REF QA 5 .S375 1994 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Not for loan 98615871

"A reference book describing the origins of over 1500 mathematical terms used in English, including a glossary that explains the historical and linguistic terms used in the book."

Includes bibliographical references (p. 257-261).

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