Octal
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɒk.təl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Octal is a noun meaning (arithmetic, computing, uncountable) The number system that uses the eight digits 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
Meaning
(arithmetic, computing, uncountable) The number system that uses the eight digits 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
More Meanings
- (arithmetic, computing, countable) A digit or value in the octal number system.
- (arithmetic, computing) Concerning numbers expressed in octal or mathematical calculations performed using octal.
Word Forms
- octals
- oct
Synonyms for octal
Depending on context, synonyms include octonary.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hexadecimal, octenary, octet, octavation, hexavigesimal, duodecimal.
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