Who invented the word math?

The word "math" is a shortened form of "mathematics". It doesn't have a single inventor. Here's a breakdown of its history:

* Mathematics: The word itself comes from the ancient Greek word "μάθημα" (máthēma), meaning "lesson, learning, study".

* Math: The shortened form "math" likely came about in the English language during the 19th century as a more casual and convenient way to refer to the subject.

So, while no one person "invented" the word "math," its use developed over time as a natural shortening of the word "mathematics".