mathematIcal, mathematic

& s. [Fr. mathématique, from Lat. mathematic us; Gr. mathematikos belonging to the sciences, mathematical, from mathema (gen it. mathematos )=that which is learned, a le on, science; man thanō=to learn; Ital. & Sp. mate matico.] IMG:content-0994.png:[blocks in formation] matter. 2. In substance, not in form only; e entially. 3. In a material or important manner or degree; e entially, importantly.