coefficient

noun

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: co-ef-fi-cient (4)

English Definition

A numerical or constant quantity placed before and multiplying the variable in an algebraic expression.

Example Sentence

In this equation, the coefficient of x is 3.

US IPA /ˌkoʊɪˈfɪʃnt/
UK IPA /ˌkəʊɪˈfɪʃnt/