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Square Root

Description

The square root is a mathematical operation that finds a value, which when multiplied by itself, gives the original number. It is denoted by the symbol √ and is the opposite of squaring a number.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Mathematical Calculation

Noun: The square root is used to find the value of a number that, when multiplied by itself, equals the given number.

Example: The square root of 25 is 5, as 5 * 5 = 25.

Sense 2: Radical Symbol

Noun: The symbol for the square root, √, is used in mathematics to represent the operation of taking the square root of a number.

Example: In the equation √16 = 4, the radical symbol represents the square root of 16.

Sense 3: Metaphorical Meaning

Noun: The square root can also be used metaphorically to describe the origin or fundamental essence of something.

Example: Love is said to be the square root of happiness, as it is the foundation from which happiness arises.