analytical geometry

British  

noun

1. the branch of geometry that uses algebraic notation and analysis to locate a geometric point in terms of a coordinate system; coordinate geometry

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Example Sentences

We see them vying to combine geometry and algebra to give us analytical geometry — essential for present-day calculus.

From Nature

When Katherine is promoted to his department as an expert in analytical geometry, the pieces are set in motion for her peers back in the computer room to realize their true potential.

From Washington Times

Years later, I met a mathematician in college and learned that the ability to draw such lines is not a good measure of ability: analytical geometry is better.

From Nature

“So far I have taken all of my classes over these past two days, which include intro to engineering, analytical geometry and calculus 1, technical writing, ethics, chemistry and chem lab.”

From Washington Times

Moreover, I cannot believe that ignorance of analytical geometry would be a serious hindrance to a physician that was otherwise well versed in quantitative thought.

From Project Gutenberg