Meaning of the word arithmetic in English

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arithmetic

US /əˈrɪθ.mə.tɪk/
UK /əˈrɪθ.mə.tɪk/
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Noun

1.

the branch of mathematics dealing with the properties and manipulation of numbers

Example:
Basic arithmetic skills are essential for everyday life.
He struggled with arithmetic in school, especially multiplication.
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