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noun
1.
Arithmetic. the term of a fraction, usually above the line, that indicates the number of equal parts that are to be added together; the dividend placed over a divisor: The numerator of the fraction 2/3 is 2. Compare denominator (def. 1).
2.
a person or thing that numbers.
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Numerator
is always a great word to know.
So is lowest common denominator. Does it mean:
| smallest number that can be used as the denominator for two or more fractions |
| fraction whose numerator is less than the denominator |
Example Sentences
- First of all, the size of a ratio depends on the denominator as well as the numerator.
- Some ratio of people to wage earners is needed, with people in the numerator and wage earners in the denominator.
- It muddies the waters to have the government both in the numerator and denominator.
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World English Dictionary
| numerator (ˈnjuːməˌreɪtə) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | maths Compare denominator the dividend of a fraction: the numerator of 7⁄8 is 7 |
| 2. | a person or thing that numbers; enumerator |
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Science Dictionary
numerator  (n 'mə-rā'tər) Pronunciation Key
A number written above or to the left of the line in a common fraction to indicate the number of parts of the whole. For example, 2 is the numerator in the fraction 2/7 . |
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Cultural Dictionary
numerator definition
In mathematics, the number that appears on the top of a fraction. In the fraction 2/3, the numerator is 2. (Compare denominator.)
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