What is the meaning of the word "quadratic"?

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  1. A polynomial of the second degree. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Mathematicians study the properties of quadratic polynomials to understand their behavior. copy to clipboard
  2. An equation in which the highest power of an unknown quantity is a square. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • the vertex of a quadratic function represents its maximum or minimum point. copy to clipboard
  3. Of or relating to or resembling a square. copy to clipboard ADJECTIVE
    • The shape of a quadratic graph is typically a parabolla. copy to clipboard
  4. Of or relating to the second power. copy to clipboard ADJECTIVE
    • The quadratic formula allows for the solution of quadratic equations by finding the roots. copy to clipboard

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