X

Pronunciation: /ˈɛks/

X (symbol)

  1. A symbol used to represent an unknown number or value in mathematics or science.
  2. A letter used in algebra to stand for a number that can change or vary.

Examples

  • In math, 'x' often represents an unknown value.
  • 'x' is frequently used in algebra to show an unknown number.

Common collocations: solve for x, substitute x, use x in equations, define x

X (noun)

Examples

  • In the equation, x represents an unknown variable.
  • The letter x is an algebraic symbol used in mathematics.