numerical

(no̵̅o̅ meri kəl, nyo̵̅o̅-)

adjective

  1. of, or having the nature of, number
  2. in or by numbers
  3. denoting (a) number
  4. expressed by numbers, not by letters
  5. Math. designating or of value regardless of sign: the numerical value of -3 is 3

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See numerical in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Of or relating to a number or series of numbers: numerical order.
  2. Designating number or a number: a numerical symbol.
  3. Expressed in or counted by numbers: numerical strength.

Origin:

Origin: From Latin numerus, number; see number

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Related Forms:

  • nu·merˈi·cal·ly adverb

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