binary-coded decimal

noun

binary-coded decimal

noun
1

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences A decimal number encoded in such a way that each decimal digit is represented by its own binary sequence, simplifying conversion between binary and decimal, and allowing exact representation of decimal fractions.

Synonyms
BCD
Hypernyms
decimal

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