Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
modulo
noun
/ˈmɒd.ju.loʊ/
Definition
A mathematical operation that finds the remainder after division of one number by another.
Examples
- 5 mod 2 equals 1, because when you divide 5 by 2, the remainder is 1.
- 17 mod 4 results in 1, since 17 divided by 4 leaves a remainder of 1.
Meaning
In mathematics, the modulo operation is used to determine the remainder left over when one integer is divided by another. It is often represented using the symbol “%” or “mod”.
Synonyms
- remainder
