second power

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Definition Noun : 1. The result of multiplying a number by itself : The "second power" of a number is the number raised to the exponent 2. It is also commonly called the "square" of the number. Usage The term "second power" is used in mathematics to specify exponentiation where the exponent is 2. It is a more formal or explicit way of saying "square." * In the equation ( x^2 = 9 ), the term ( x...