Dictionary

symmetric group

noun

Definition of SYMMETRIC GROUP

:  a permutation group that is composed of all of the permutations of n things
ADVERTISEMENT

First Known Use of SYMMETRIC GROUP

1897

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: symmetric matrixPrevious Word in the Dictionary: symmetrical lensAll Words Near: symmetric group
ADVERTISEMENT
How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.
Test your vocab with our fun, fast game
Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears