fraction

/ˈfrækʃən/
noun
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Definition

1

A part of a whole, especially a part that is less than half of the whole

Only a fraction of the students attended the optional lecture on Friday.

2

A mathematical expression that represents the ratio of two quantities, typically written with a numerator and a denominator

To simplify the fraction, you need to find the greatest common divisor of the numerator and the denominator.

Synonyms

portionEmphasizes a part of a whole, often used for food or quantities segmentImplies a part of something that is divided into separate sections proportionRefers to a part of a whole in relation to the whole, often used in mathematical or statistical contexts

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