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rational

/ˈɹæʃ(ə)nəl/ · noun

Meaning

  1. A rational number: a number that can be expressed as the quotient of two integers.
  2. Capable of reasoning.
  3. Logically sound; not contradictory or otherwise absurd.
  4. (of a person or personal characteristics) Healthy or balanced intellectually; exhibiting reasonableness.
  5. Of a number, capable of being expressed as the ratio of two integers.
  6. Of an algebraic expression, capable of being expressed as the ratio of two polynomials.
  7. Expressing the type, structure, relations, and reactions of a compound; graphic; said of formulae.
  8. The breastplate worn by Israelite high priests.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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