Decimal

/ˈdɛsɪməl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A fraction expressed in the scale of tens, especially one that has a numerator less than the denominator.

The number 0.75 is a decimal representing three-quarters.

A decimal system of numbers.

In the decimal system, each digit represents a power of ten.

adjective

Relating to or denoting a system of numbers and arithmetic based on the number ten.

The decimal system is widely used in mathematics and daily calculations.

Expressed in or containing decimal notation.

The scientist reported the results in decimal form for clarity.

From Latin 'decimus', meaning 'tenth'.

decimal point

The dot separating the whole number from the fractional part.

decimal system

A system of numbers based on ten, used in most cultures.

digit

Any of the numbers from 0 to 9, used to form decimal numbers.

fraction

A numerical quantity that is not a whole number, typically expressed as one integer over another.

To break something down, particularly in numerical terms.

Let's decimalize this data to make it easier to analyze.