algorithm
[ al-guh-rith-uh m ]
/ ˈæl gəˌrɪð əm /
noun
a set of rules for solving a problem in a finite number of steps, as for finding the greatest common divisor.
Origin of algorithm
OTHER WORDS FROM algorithm
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British Dictionary definitions for algorithm
algorithm
/ (ˈælɡəˌrɪðəm) /
noun
a logical arithmetical or computational procedure that if correctly applied ensures the solution of a problem
Compare heuristic
logic maths
a recursive procedure whereby an infinite sequence of terms can be generated
French name:
algorism
Derived forms of algorithm
algorithmic, adjective algorithmically, adverbWord Origin for algorithm
C17: changed from
algorism, through influence of Greek
arithmos number
Medical definitions for algorithm
algorithm
[ ăl′gə-rĭð′əm ]
n.
A step-by-step protocol, as for management of health care problems.
Scientific definitions for algorithm
algorithm
[ ăl′gə-rĭð′əm ]
A finite set of unambiguous instructions performed in a prescribed sequence to achieve a goal, especially a mathematical rule or procedure used to compute a desired result. Algorithms are the basis for most computer programming.
Cultural definitions for algorithm
algorithm
[ (al-guh-rith-uhm) ]
A set of instructions for solving a problem, especially on a computer. An algorithm for finding your total grocery bill, for example, would direct you to add up the costs of individual items to find the total.