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Euler's number

OY-lerz NUM-ber

ˈɔɪlərz ˈnʌmbər

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Euler'snumber

Dictionary meaning

The mathematical constant e ≈ 2.71828, the base of natural logarithms; fundamental to calculus and complex analysis.

History and origin

Named after Leonhard Euler (1707–1783).

Common mispronunciations

YOO-lerzEE-oo-lerz

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