Algorithms

noun a Latin word meaning 'root' or 'origin', used in mathematics and computer science to refer to the base number or foundation of a system

• The radix of a number system is the base or foundation upon which it is built.
• The radix is like the starting point for a number system.
• The radix is basically the boss of the number system.
• Just as the radix is the root of a number system, our values serve as the radix of our character.

noun the action of arranging items in a particular order or sequence

verb to arrange items in a particular order or sequence

• The sorting of the documents was done meticulously to ensure accuracy.
• I'm sorting through all my old clothes to see what I can donate.
• I'm just sorting out my room, it's a total mess.
• Sorting through my thoughts, trying to make sense of everything going on.