word
algorithm
AL-guh-rith-um
ˈælɡərɪðəmListen
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Syllable breakdown
algorithm
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Dictionary meaning
A set of rules or instructions for solving a problem or performing a computation.
History and origin
Named after 9th-century Persian mathematician Al-Khwārizmī.
Examples
- The search engine uses a sophisticated algorithm to rank results by relevance.
Common mispronunciations
AL-guh-rith-emal-GOH-rithm
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