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combinatorics
This term refers to a specialized field of mathematics that focuses on the discrete arrangement of elements. It carries a technical, academic connotation and is typically used within the context of computer science, probability, and pure mathematics to describe the logic of selection and ordering.
Despite ending in s, this noun is treated as a singular entity because it names a single academic discipline. It follows the pattern of other sciences like physics or linguistics, meaning it takes a singular verb (e.g., combinatorics is) rather than a plural one.
Meanings
Examples
I need to brush up on my combinatorics before the exam.
Combinatorics is essential for understanding how algorithms work.
Combinatorics is essential for understanding how algorithms work.
The puzzle is basically a problem of combinatorics.
Wait, is this a combinatorics question or just simple probability?
Modern cryptography relies heavily on the principles of combinatorics.
Modern cryptography relies heavily on the principles of combinatorics.
I wonder if combinatorics could help optimize the delivery routes.
The lecture on enumerative combinatorics was incredibly dense.
The lecture on enumerative combinatorics was incredibly dense.