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numeric complement

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The number obtained by changing the numeric sign of a number. This may or may not be the twos complement, depending on the way numbers are stored.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

Examples

  • The numeric complement of -123 is 123.

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Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: vastaluku — math: number obtained by changing the numeric sign
  • Polish: liczba przeciwna — math: number obtained by changing the numeric sign