metamathematics

[met-uh-math-uh-mat-iks]

noun (used with a singular verb)

the logical analysis of the fundamental concepts of mathematics, as number, function, etc.

Origin of metamathematics

First recorded in 1885–90; meta- + mathematics

Related formsmet·a·math·e·mat·i·cal, adjectivemet·a·math·e·ma·ti·cian

[met-uh-math-uh-muh-tish-uh n] /ˌmɛt əˌmæθ ə məˈtɪʃ ən/, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for metamathematics

metamathematics

noun

(functioning as singular) the logical analysis of the reasoning, principles, and rules that control the use and combination of mathematical symbols, numbers, etc

Derived Formsmetamathematical, adjectivemetamathematician, noun

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Word Origin and History for metamathematics

1890, from meta- + mathematics.