Definition

The action of cutting off or shortening something, often used in mathematics or data processing.

Example

The truncation of the data set helped to simplify the analysis.

Conversation

I was reading about truncation in math class today.

Oh really? What did they say about it?

They explained how it can change the value of a number.

That makes sense, especially when you're dealing with decimals.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Truncation → It is formed from "truncare" (meaning to cut off) and the suffix "-tion" (meaning the action or process of). The word "truncation" refers to the process of cutting off or shortening something.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'cutting off' ('truncare') something, which is what truncation means.

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