Meaning of the word "composite number" in English
What does "composite number" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
composite number
US /kəmˈpɑː.zɪt ˈnʌm.bɚ/
UK /kəmˈpɒz.ɪt ˈnʌm.bə/
Noun
a positive integer greater than 1 that has at least one divisor other than 1 and itself
Example:
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The number 4 is the smallest composite number because it can be divided by 1, 2, and 4.
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Unlike prime numbers, a composite number has more than two factors.