Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
numerator
noun
/ˈnjuːməˌreɪtər/
Definition
The top part of a fraction, representing how many parts of the whole are being considered.
Examples
- In the fraction 3/4, the numerator is 3.
- When dividing a pizza into slices, the number of slices you have is the numerator.
- The numerator is essential for calculating ratios and proportions in math.
Meaning
In mathematics, a numerator is used in a fraction to indicate how many parts of a specified size are combined.
Synonyms
- dividend
- top number
- part of a fraction
