fractions

noun

A part of a whole, especially a comparatively small part.

(arithmetic) A ratio of two numbers (numerator and denominator), usually written one above the other and separated by a horizontal bar called the vinculum or, alternatively, in sequence on the same line and separated by a solidus (diagonal bar).

A small amount.

(chemistry) A component of a mixture, separated by fractionation.

(Christianity) In a eucharistic service, the breaking of the host.

A surname.

(archaic) The act of breaking, or state of being broken, especially by violence.

verb

(transitive) To divide or break into fractions.

(transitive) To fractionate.

Roots

frangofract- · Latin · break

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Where does fractions come from?

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