logico-mathematical

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   relating jointly to formal logic and mathematics, especially to work that expresses mathematical theories through logical systems

   The proof required substantial logico-mathematical work before the physical model could be stated precisely.

Formed from logico-, the combining form of logic, and mathematical. Logic comes through Latin logica from Ancient Greek logikos, 'of reason,' from logos, 'word or reason.' Mathematical comes through Medieval Latin mathematicalis from Greek mathematikos, 'fond of learning.' The compound became established in writing on logic, mathematics, and cognition.

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