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precalculus

American  
[pree-kal-kyuh-luhs] / priˈkæl kjə ləs /

adjective

  1. pertaining to the mathematical prerequisites for the study of calculus, as algebra, analytical geometry, and trigonometry.

noun

  1. the course of study leading to calculus.

Etymology

Origin of precalculus

First recorded in 1960–65; pre- + calculus

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