A bullshit definition used by British people. This form of the the conjugation "mathematics" takes advantage of the rule of singular and plural conjugations. However the word is a conjunction of ab(remove) + scindere (tear). Literally then, to tear or cut apart, as the x-axis does to the coordinate plane. The main root is closely related to the Latin root from which we get the word scissor. The mathematical use of the term was apparently coined by Leibniz around 1855. In addition, this form of the word math(s) creates a paradox against the possessive rule of grammar.
Example: I enjoy math class
-"Not," I enjoy math(s) class
Something that starts off in elementary school. Then once in middle school and beyond it will become an endless cycle of misery that you will never understand and can't do anything about.
James:Hey bro why were you late?
Carl: I had to finish my math homework
James:That's gotta suck
the CORRECT way to shorten "mathematics".
Damn I really, really, really, really, really hate maths.