Celownikaliczby

Celownikaliczby is a term encountered in some Polish-language mathematics writing and puzzles to refer to the set of integers. It is an informal label and not part of formal mathematical nomenclature. In many contexts, celownikaliczby are treated as the same object as the standard integers, used in problems and explanations for approachable language.

In examples where the term is used, celownikaliczby are described as containing all positive and negative whole numbers as well as zero. They are assumed to be closed under the usual addition and subtraction, mirroring the properties of the integers. Some writers employ celownikaliczby to emphasize the “whole-number” aspect in contrast with fractions or real numbers.

Etymology and usage notes: The word appears to blend components associated with “liczby” (numbers) and a modifier suggesting “whole” or “complete.” The exact origin is informal and varies by author, with some authors using it playfully and others as a teaching device.

Relation to standard mathematics: As an informal term, celownikaliczby do not denote a different mathematical object in formal theory. When precision is required, sources refer to liczby całkowite, i.e., integers. The term may appear in puzzle collections, blogs, and introductory materials to help non-specialists recognize the set of integers more easily.

See also: liczby całkowite.