fraction vs whole

fraction

noun
  • A part of a whole, especially a comparatively small part. 

  • A ratio of two numbers (numerator and denominator), usually written one above the other and separated by a horizontal bar called the vinculum or, alternately, in sequence on the same line and separated by a solidus (diagonal bar). 

  • A component of a mixture, separated by fractionation. 

  • A small amount. 

  • In a eucharistic service, the breaking of the host. 

verb
  • To divide or break into fractions. 

whole

noun
  • An entirety. 

  • Something complete, without any parts missing. 

adj
  • Used as an intensifier. 

  • Sound, uninjured, healthy. 

  • Entire, undivided. 

  • From which none of its constituents has been removed. 

  • As yet unworked. 

adv
  • In entirety; entirely; wholly. 

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