Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
denominator
noun
/dɪˈnɒm.ɪ.neɪ.tər/
Definition
The number below the line in a fraction that represents how many equal parts the whole is divided into.
Examples
- In the fraction 3/5, the denominator is 5.
- To add fractions, you need to find a common denominator.
- The denominator serves to show the total number of parts in each fraction.
Meaning
In a fraction, the denominator shows how many parts make up a whole. For instance, in the fraction 1/4, the denominator is 4, indicating that the whole is divided into 4 equal parts.
Synonyms
- divisor
- bottom number
