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The word algebra comes from the Arabic al-jabr, which was coined first by Muhammad ign Musa al-Khwarizmi. His name is also where the word algorithm comes from.
Grating, sanding, wearing down, weathering. I'm assuming you're not referring to the slang.
If you are referring to a "cleaver," the answer is no. It is a noun, referring to a kind of large knife that is used to cut items like meat. The noun "cleaver" can become a verb: to cleave; but it is not commonly used these days. On the other hand, if you are trying to spell the word "clever," this is an adjective, referring to someone who is skillful and talented.
The identity of the person is not known. Some people believe that the symbol comes from the first letter of the Arabic word for root. Others believed that it comes from the letter "r" from the Latin word, radix = root.It was first used in print by Christoff Rudolff in 1525 in Die Coss.
"Inflexible" is a direct antonym. "Rigid" is a pretty good antonym for "Flexible" in most instances. When referring to the inability for an object to bend, try "stiff", "inelastic". When referring to a personal trait, try "adamant", "uncompromising", non-conciliatory. For a more colloquial tone, try "die-hard" or "rock-hard".