number theory

American  

noun

Mathematics.

1. the study of integers and their relation to one another.

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number theory British  

noun

1. the study of integers, their properties, and the relationship between integers

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Etymology

Origin of number theory

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

Round number theory proved disruptive in the interim, with the $40 level acting as a clear ceiling after a 15% advance on August 22.

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Round number theory is coming into play, with the stock holding above the $300 level, a former thorny resistance dating back to last January.

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Round number theory has come into play with the recent move above $10 level poised to hold, unlike three previous attempts in February, March, and November.

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Round number theory came into play with the recent breakout above a double bottom pivot at $99.59 on Jan. 2.

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Round number theory has come into play, with a bearish evening star pattern at $200 completed on Nov. 12.

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