The term "cube root" refers to the mathematical operation of finding the number that, when multiplied by itself three times, yields a given value. There are several synonyms for this term, including the "third root," the "radical of degree three," and the "roots of a cubic equation." Additionally, in some contexts, the term "cubed root" can be used interchangeably with "cube root," although it technically refers to the inverse operation (i.e., finding the number that, when cubed, yields a given value). Regardless of its specific name, the cube root is a fundamental mathematical concept that is used in a variety of applications, from engineering to finance.