fraction

//ˈfræk.ʃən//
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Noun

fractionSingular
fractionsPlural
1

A numerical quantity that is not a whole number, expressed as one number divided by another, such as 1/2 or 3/4.

We learned how to add fractions like 1/2 and 3/4 in math class.

2

A small or tiny part, amount, or proportion of something.

This phone costs only a fraction of the price of the latest model.

Antonym