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decimal system


Definition: Meaning of, decimal system in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈdɛsɪm(ə)l ˈsɪstəm /

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decimal system decimal systems
  1. a positional system of numeration that uses decimal digits and a base of ten
    SYNONYM
    decimal numeration system, decimal number system
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decimal system used in phrases

  • Dewey decimal system (noun)
    1. a system used by libraries to classify nonfictional publications into subject categories; the subject is indicated by a three-digit numeral and further specification is given by numerals following a decimal point; publications are shelved by number
  • Dewey decimal system, the
    1. a system used by libraries for putting books into groups according to their subject. General subjects (for example, sports) are given a number, and then particular parts of this subject (for example, the Olympics) are each given a more specific number using DECIMAL numbers. The system was invented by Melvil Dewey (1851-1931), a US LIBRARIAN .
  • decimal system of classification (noun)
    1. a system used by libraries to classify nonfictional publications into subject categories; the subject is indicated by a three-digit numeral and further specification is given by numerals following a decimal point; publications are shelved by number
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