biquadrate

American

[bahy-kwod-reyt, -rit] / baɪˈkwɒd reɪt, -rɪt /

noun

Mathematics.

the fourth power.

biquadrate British

/ -rɪt, baɪˈkwɒdreɪt /

noun

maths the fourth power

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Etymology

Origin of biquadrate

First recorded in 1700–10; bi- ¹ + quadrate

Example Sentences

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Of or pertaining to the biquadrate, or fourth power.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah

Thus 4x4=16, the square of 4, and 16x16=256, the biquadrate of 4.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah

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