rational
/ˈɹæʃ(ə)nəl/ · noun
Meaning
- A rational number: a number that can be expressed as the quotient of two integers.
- Capable of reasoning.
- Logically sound; not contradictory or otherwise absurd.
- (of a person or personal characteristics) Healthy or balanced intellectually; exhibiting reasonableness.
- Of a number, capable of being expressed as the ratio of two integers.
- Of an algebraic expression, capable of being expressed as the ratio of two polynomials.
- Expressing the type, structure, relations, and reactions of a compound; graphic; said of formulae.
- The breastplate worn by Israelite high priests.
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