- the number represented by 1 followed by 15 zeros
- Brit. the number represented by 1 followed by 24 zeros
Origin of quadrillion
French from quadri- (see quadri-) + (mi)llion amounting to one quadrillion in number
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quadrillion
noun
- The cardinal number equal to 1015.
- Chiefly British The cardinal number equal to 1024.
Origin of quadrillion
quadr(i)- (m)illionRelated Forms:
- quad·ril′lion
adjective
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Noun
(plural quadrillions)
- (figuratively, slang) Any very large number, exceeding normal description.
Origin
From French
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quadrillion - Computer Definition
One thousand times one trillion, which is 1, followed by 15 zeros, or 10 to the 15th power. See space/time.
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