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Meaning of fraction bar | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The line separating the numerator from the denominator, whether horizontal, oblique, or diagonal.

Equivalents

Deutsch Bruchstrich
Suomi jakoviiva
Français barre de fraction
Nederlands breukstreep
Polski kreska ułamkowa
Română linie de fracție
Svenska bråkstreck

Examples

“The fraction bar is a kerned character, so unlike the solidus it will not push⟳ the numerals away a full em space.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

fraction slash Fractional fractional calculus fractional crystallization fractional distillation fractional freezing

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