Meaning of the word "decimal point" in English
What does "decimal point" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
decimal point
US /ˈdɛs.ɪ.məl ˌpɔɪnt/
UK /ˈdɛs.ɪ.məl ˌpɔɪnt/
Noun
a point or dot separating the whole number part from the fractional part in a decimal number
Example:
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In the number 3.14, the dot between 3 and 1 is the decimal point.
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Make sure to align the numbers correctly under the decimal point when adding.