A system or process, that is like algebra by substituting one thing for another, or in using signs, symbols, etc., to represent concepts or ideas.
An algebraic structure consisting of a module over a commutative ring (or a vector space over a field) along with an additional binary operation that is bilinear over module (or vector) addition and scalar multiplication.
A collection of subsets of a given set, such that this collection contains the empty set, and the collection is closed under unions and complements (and thereby also under intersections and differences).
A universal algebra.
One of several other types of mathematical structure.
The study of algebraic structures.
The surgical treatment of a dislocated or fractured bone. Also (countable): a dislocation or fracture.
A system for computation using letters or other symbols to represent numbers, with rules for manipulating these symbols.
The process by which the meaning of a word or other linguistic element is reinterpreted to match the grammatical context.
A specific instance of coercing.
Actual or threatened force for the purpose of compelling action by another person; the act of coercing.
Use of physical or moral force to compel a person to do something, or to abstain from doing something, thereby depriving that person of the exercise of free will.
Conversion of a value of one data type to a value of another data type.