Meaning & Definition of word "Nan"

Nan

næn

1. A numeral that represents a value or an object that is not a number, often used in computing to signify an undefined or unrepresentable value in floating-point calculations.
- Example: The result of the division by zero returned a 'nan' value in the program.
2. In the context of data analysis or statistics, 'nan' (Not a Number) refers to a placeholder for missing or undefined data within a dataset.
- Example: The dataset contained several 'nan' values, indicating that some measurements were not recorded.

●Possibly derived from 'nana', an informal term used in various languages for grandmother.

Nan's house:

A warm, welcoming environment often associated with grandmothers.

Like a nan:

Referring to someone being caring or nurturing.

nanny:

A caregiver for children or a grandmotherly figure.

granny:

An informal term for grandmother, often used affectionately.

Meaning: An affectionate term for an elderly woman.

● Example Sentence: That sweet old nan has so many stories to tell.

Meaning: A term indicating familiarity and warmth.

● Example Sentence: Everyone in the neighborhood loves that nan.