mathpuzzle

noun

UK /ˈmæθˌpʌz.əl/

US /ˈmæθˌpʌz.əl/

A math puzzle is a fun problem you solve using numbers.

We solved a math puzzle about sharing cookies at the party.

SYNONYMS

number puzzle math riddle brain teaser logic puzzle arithmetic game

RELATED WORDS

math puzzle riddle problem brain teaser

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A game or toy that makes you think about numbers.

The math puzzle box had a secret code to open it.

3. A tricky question in a math class that needs clever thinking.

The teacher gave us a math puzzle before the bell rang.

4. A problem that uses shapes and numbers together.

This math puzzle asks how many triangles fit in the square.