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1. (n.) radix
Math. a number taken as the base of a system of numbers, logarithms, or the like.
2. radix
Anat., Bot. a root; radicle.
Etymology: (1565–75; < L rādīx root, akin to Gk rhíza root, rh&amacracute;dīx branch, frond; see root1)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) base, radix
(numeration system) the positive integer that is equivalent to one in the next higher counting place
"10 is the radix of the decimal system"
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| Definition of 'radix' |
Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) radix
a primitive word, from which spring other words; a radical; a root; an etymon
2. (noun) radix
a number or quantity which is arbitrarily made the fundamental number of any system; a base. Thus, 10 is the radix, or base, of the common system of logarithms, and also of the decimal system of numeration
3. (noun) radix
a finite expression, from which a series is derived
4. (noun) radix
the root of a plant
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