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surd

The correct spelling is surd.

How to pronounce surd

noun

IPA: /sɜːd/

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The correct spelling is surd. An irrational number, especially one expressed using the √ symbol. For example: "a surd expression or quantity; a surd number"

Usage Examples

a surd expression or quantity; a surd number

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An irrational number, especially one expressed using the √ symbol.
  2. 2.A voiceless consonant.

adjective

  1. 1.Lacking the sense of hearing; deaf.
  2. 2.Unheard
  3. 3.Involving surds, or irrational numbers; not capable of being expressed in rational numbers.
  4. 4.Unvoiced; voiceless

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