| algorithms | A procedure consisting of a sequence of algebraic formulas and/or logical steps to calculate or determine a given task. (12 Dec 1998) |
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| algoscopy | Synonym: cryoscopy. Origin: L. Algor, cold, + G. Skopeo, to view (05 Mar 2000) |
| algospasm | Spasm produced by pain. Origin: G. Algos, pain, + spasmos, convulsion (05 Mar 2000) |
| algovascular | Relating to changes in the lumen of the blood vessels occurring under the influence of pain. Synonym: algiovascular. Origin: G. Algos, pain (05 Mar 2000) |
| algum | A tree or wood of the Bible (2 Chron. Ii. 8; 1 K. X. 11). most writers at the present day follow Celsius, who takes it to be the red sandalwood of China and the Indian Archipelago. Origin: Heb, perh. Borrowed fr. Skr. Valguka sandalwood. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |