abelian

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Synonyms: abelia, aelian, abelias

Antonyms: abelia, aelian, abelias

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Adjective

1. {{lb|en|mathematics}} Of an algebraic structure (usually a [[group]] or [[algebra]]), having a [[commutative]] defining operation. {{defdate|Mid 19^th century.}}<ref>{{R:SOED5|page=3}}</ref>
2. {{lb|en|mathematics}} Of a binary function, [[commutative]].

Noun

1. {{lb|en|Christianity|historical}} A member of a [[sect]] in fourth-century Africa mentioned by St. [[Augustine]], who states that they married but lived in [[continence]] after the manner, as they [[claim]]ed, of [[Abel]].

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