improper fraction

noun

: a fraction whose numerator is equal to, larger than, or of equal or higher degree than the denominator

Word History

First Known Use

1542, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of improper fraction was in 1542

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“Improper fraction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/improper%20fraction. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

improper fraction

noun
: a fraction whose numerator is equal to or larger than the denominator
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