1. Definition: 1. (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems; "he determined the upper bound with Descartes' rule of signs"; "he gave us a general formula for attacking polynomials"

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1. Definition: 1. a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof

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1. Definition: 1. directions for the conduct of Christian church services (often printed in red in a prayer book)

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1. Definition: 1. a doctrine that is taught; "the teachings of religion"; "he believed all the Christian precepts"

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1. Definition: 1. commonly used or supplied; "standard procedure"; "standard car equipment"

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1. Definition: 1. (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature); "the rationale for capital punishment"; "the principles of internal-combustion engines"

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