Addition
/əˈdɪʃ.ən/noun
The mathematical process of calculating the total of two or more numbers or amounts.
Did you know?In ancient times, numbers were often seen as living entities, imbued with spiritual significance, where adding could symbolize a communion with the divine.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
additio
“the act of adding or an addition, derived from 'addere' meaning to give or put to.”
Old French
Old French
adicion
“the act of adding, borrowed from Latin, emphasizing the act of bringing things together.”
Middle English
Middle English
addicioun
“a term for the process of adding, reflecting the Latin influence on English mathematical vocabulary.”
Modern English
English
addition
“the formal term in mathematics for combining numbers, retaining the sense of 'adding' or 'giving' from its roots.”