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  1.       
 Algebraic (), Algebraical (),  a.
    1. Of or pertaining to algebra; using algebra; according to the laws of algebra; containing an operation of algebra, or deduced from such operation; as, “algebraic characters; algebraical writings; algebraic geometry.”

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    2.  progressing by constant multiplicatory factors; -- of a series of numbers.  Contrasted to arithmetical. algebraic progression

    Syn. -- algebraic

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    Algebraic curve, a curve such that the equation which expresses the relation between the coördinates of its points involves only the ordinary operations of algebra; -- opposed to a transcendental curve.

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