definition of the word decimal

From Mediaeval Latindecimalis, from Latin decimus, from decem, ten + adjective suffix -alis

• IPA: /ˈdɛsɪml/, SAMPA: /"dEsIml/
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decimal (countable and uncountable; plural decimals)

1. (arithmetic, computing, uncountable) The number system that uses the digits 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
2. (countable) A number expressed in this system.
3. (informal) A decimal place.

• (system): base 10, decimal system
• (number): decimal number
• (decimal place): decimal place, place of decimals

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