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The equals symbol or equal sign is used in mathematics to assert that two expressions have the same value. It is also used in boolean logic as an operator, evaluating true or false based on the two input expressions.
EQUAL definition: 1. the same in amount, number, or size: 2. the same in importance and deserving the same…. Learn more.
Jun 14, 2012 · a (1) : of the same measure, quantity, amount, or number as another. (2) : identical in mathematical value or logical denotation : equivalent. b. : like in quality, nature, or status. c. : like for each member of a group, class, or society. provide equal employment opportunities.
[usually before noun] giving people the same rights and opportunities, without differences such as race, religion or sex being considered. equal rights/pay. The company has an equal opportunities policy (= gives the same chances of employment to everyone). the desire for a more equal society (= in which everyone has the same rights and chances)
Equal definition: as great as; the same as (often followed by to or with). See examples of EQUAL used in a sentence.
equal something to be as good as something else or do something to the same standard as somebody else This achievement is unlikely ever to be equalled. Her hatred of religion is equalled only by her loathing for politicians.
to be as good as someone or something else: She equalled her own world record in the race. equal. noun [ C ] uk / ˈiːkwəl / us. B2. someone who has the same ability, opportunities, or rights as someone else: The teacher treats us all as equals. (Definition of equal from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)
