An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics
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A → polynomial that at least has one non-zero → coefficient. See also → zero polynomial.

→ non-zero; → polynomial.

1) A mathematical expression involving a sum of powers in one or more variables multiplied by coefficients.
2) Consisting of or characterized by two or more terms or names.

From → poly- + (bi)nomial, contraction of → nominal.

An equation of the form a₀ + a₁x + a₂x² + ... + a_nxⁿ, where a₀ ... a_n are → real numbers and a_n≠ 0. Same as → algebraic equation.

→ polynomial; → equation.

A polynomial of degree five.

→ quintic; → polynomial.

A → polynomial whose → coefficients are all zero. See also → non-zero polynomial.

→ zero; → polynomial.