Meaning Of The Word Decimal

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Decimal Meaning

Decimal Definition
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What's The Definition Of Decimal?

decimal
A decimal system involves counting in units of ten.

decimal in American English
a fraction with an unwritten denominator of 10 or some power of 10, indicated by a point (decimal point) before the numerator (Ex.: .5 = 5⁄10)
of or based on the number 10; progressing by tens
adjective: pertaining to tenths or to the number 10
noun

decimal in British English
adjective: relating to or using powers of ten
noun: a fraction that has a denominator of a power of ten, the power depending on or deciding the decimal place. It is indicated by a decimal point to the left of the numerator, the denominator being omitted. Zeros are inserted between the point and the numerat

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