a fraction that has a denominator of a power of ten, the power depending on or deciding the decimal place. It is indicated by a decimal point to the left of the numerator, the denominator being omitted. Zeros are inserted between the point and the numerator, if necessary, to obtain the correct decimal place
2.
any number used in the decimal system
adjective
3.
a.
relating to or using powers of ten
b.
of the base ten
4. (prenominal)
expressed as a decimal
Derived forms
decimally (ˈdecimally)
adverb
Word origin
C17: from Medieval Latin decimālis of tithes, from Latin decima a tenth, from decem ten
Examples of 'decimal fraction' in a sentence
decimal fraction
Cheaper items can be priced in decimal fractions of a coin.