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Meaning of pure mathematics | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The study of mathematical concepts independently of applications outside mathematics.

uncountable

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“This book is the result of an attempt to bring between two covers a wide region of pure mathematics.”
“1983, B. D. Bunday, H. Mulholland, Pure Mathematics for Advanced Level, Butterworths, 2nd Edition, page v, Since the first edition was published there have been changes in the content of the pure mathematics syllabuses of the various examining boards.”
“2010, Martin Liebeck, A Concise Introduction to Pure Mathematics, Taylor & Chapman (CRC Press: Chapman & Hall), 3rd Edition, page xii, When starting to study pure mathematics at university, students often have a refreshing sense of "beginning all over again."”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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