| Boolean algebra n. An algebra in which elements have one of two values and the algebraic operations defined on the set are logical OR, a type of addition, and logical AND, a type of multiplication. |
Boolean algebra [boo-lee-an]
Noun
a system of symbolic logic devised to codify nonmathematical logical operations: used in computers [after George Boole, mathematician]
Boolean algebra (b  l - n) A form of symbolic logic, in which variables, which stand for propositions, have only the values "true" (or "1") and "false" (or "0"). Relationships between these values are expressed by the Boolean operators AND, OR, and NOT. For example, "a + b" means "a OR b", and its value is true as long as either a is true or b is true (or both). Boolean logic can be used to solve logical problems, and provides the mathematical tools fundamental to the design of digital computers. It is named after the mathematician George Boole. Also called Boolean logic. See also logic gate. |
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| Noun | 1. | Boolean algebra - a system of symbolic logic devised by George Boole; used in computers formal logic, mathematical logic, symbolic logic - any logical system that abstracts the form of statements away from their content in order to establish abstract criteria of consistency and validity |
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