Numeric
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /n(j)uːˈmɛɹɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Numeric is an adjective meaning Of or relating to numbers, especially the characters 0 to 9.
Meaning
Of or relating to numbers, especially the characters 0 to 9.
More Meanings
- (mathematics) Any number, proper or improper fraction, or incommensurable ratio.
- (obsolete) Alternative form of numerical (“the same; identical”).
Example Sentences
Because statisticians use the term regression for the process of computing an expression that predicts a numeric quantity, decision trees with averaged numeric values at the leaves are called regression trees.
Word Forms
- numerics
Synonyms for numeric
Depending on context, synonyms include numeral, identical, numerical, quantitative, denotative.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include numeral, numerical, quantitative, denotative, number, numbering.
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