computer algorithm

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al•go•rithm n. [countable]

Mathematicsa set of rules to follow in a fixed order for solving a problem:an algorithm to find the greatest common divisor of a group of numbers.
Computinga sequence of steps designed for programming a computer to solve a specific problem.

al•go•rith•mic adj.

al•go•rithm n.

Mathematicsa set of rules for solving a problem in a finite number of steps, as for finding the greatest common divisor.

variant of algorism, by association with Greek arithmós number. See arithmetic 1890–95

al′go•rith′mic, adj.

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algorithm /ˈælɡəˌrɪðəm/ n

a logical arithmetical or computational procedure that if correctly applied ensures the solution of a problem
Compare heuristic
a recursive procedure whereby an infinite sequence of terms can be generated

Also: algorism Etymology: 17th Century: changed from algorism, through influence of Greek arithmos numberˌalgoˈrithmic adj

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