What does bignum mean?
Bignum means (computing) A number whose digits of precision are limited only by available memory (as opposed to the usual fixed-point arithmetic)..
Bignum
/ˈbɪɡnʌm/ · noun
Meaning
(computing) A number whose digits of precision are limited only by available memory (as opposed to the usual fixed-point arithmetic)..
Definitions by Sense
- (computing) A number whose digits of precision are limited only by available memory (as opposed to the usual fixed-point arithmetic).
- (by extension, computing slang) A very large number.
Example Sentences
Then there's the membership fee. A serious bignum.
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Word Forms
- bignums
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Then there's the membership fee. A serious bignum.
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