Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
radix-point
noun
/ˈrædɪks pɔɪnt/
Definition
The radix point is the symbol used to separate the whole part from the fractional part of a number in a numeral system, analogous to the decimal point in the base-10 system.
Examples
- The number 12.34 has the radix point between 12 and 34.
- In binary, the radix point is used to denote fractions, just like in decimal.
Meaning
In numerical systems, the radix point indicates the position where the number transitions from whole values to fractional values.
Synonyms
- decimal point
- fraction point
