Refine this word faster

Stronger alternatives Opposite tone Use in context Cross-language nuance

Identity element

noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An element of an algebraic structure which when applied, in either order, to any other element via a binary operation yields the other element.

    "Therefore the number 0 is not considered an identity element for subtraction, even though x-0#61;x for all x, since 0-x#92;nex."

  2. 2
    an operator that leaves unchanged the element on which it operates wordnet

See also for "identity element"

Synonyms Antonyms Rhymes Sentences Translate Word Type Pronunciation Word Forms

Next best steps

Find stronger synonymsSee usage examplesCheck pronunciation

Mini challenge

Want a quick game? Try Word Finder.