Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
postfix
Noun
/ˈpoʊstˌfɪks/
Definition
A postfix is an affix that is added to the end of a word to modify its meaning or create a new word.
Examples
- In programming, using postfix notation can simplify the parsing process.
- The postfix ‘ed’ in the word ‘stopped’ indicates the past tense.
Meaning
The term postfix refers specifically to a type of notation used in mathematics and computer science, where the operator follows the operands.
Synonyms
- suffix
- affix
