polynomial > define

noun

• A mathematical function that is the sum of a number of terms.
  • synonyms: multinomial

adjective

• Having the character of a polynomial.
  • usage: "a polynomial expression"
  • synonyms: multinomial

• (n.) An expression composed of two or more terms, connected by the signs plus or minus; as, a2 - 2ab + b2.
• (a.) Containing many names or terms; multinominal; as, the polynomial theorem.
• (a.) Consisting of two or more words; having names consisting of two or more words; as, a polynomial name; polynomial nomenclature.