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binary arithmetic operation

binary arithmetic operation

4.2
An operation with two inputs that gives a true or false result
  • noun
  • /ˈbaɪnəri əˈrɪθmətɪk ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : operación aritmética binaria
  • The AND gate is a classic example of a binary arithmetic operation in digital logic circuits.

Examples

  • Learning about the OR binary arithmetic operation is fundamental for understanding digital electronics.

  • In programming, a binary arithmetic operation takes two boolean inputs and produces a boolean output.

  • A binary arithmetic operation can only yield two results.

  • The binary arithmetic operation is fundamental in computer science.

  • In programming, a binary arithmetic operation takes two boolean inputs and produces a boolean output.

  • Learning about the OR binary arithmetic operation is essential for understanding digital electronics.

  • The AND gate is a well-known example of a binary arithmetic operation in digital logic circuits.

Synonyms

binary operation
vsbinary arithmetic operation
  • Specialized
6.5

A rule that combines two values into one result, like addition or AND

is the same concept but uses a more narrowly technical phrasing
Boolean operation
vsbinary arithmetic operation
  • Specialized
5.7

A rule that uses true and false inputs to give a true or false result like AND, OR, NOT

limits to exactly two inputs rather than allowing any number
logic operation
vsbinary arithmetic operation
  • Specialized
3.7

A rule that combines true and false values like AND or OR

applies specifically to two inputs and two possible values not general symbolic rules
logical operation
vsbinary arithmetic operation
  • Formal
4.2

An action that follows fixed rules to give true or false results

focuses on two-valued math with two inputs rather than broad reasoning rules

Surface Forms

binary arithmetic operation singular
binary arithmetic operations plural

Morphology

binary + arithmetic + operation

The phrase is compositionally transparent: 'binary' (relating to 0 and 1) + 'arithmetic' (mathematical computation) + 'operation' (a defined procedure) together denote a mathematical procedure applied to binary values or in base‑2. This is a literal, regular combination that mirrors analogous constructions in many languages, so a B1 learner who knows the constituent words can reliably infer the meaning.

Etymology

Binary arithmetic operation paints a simple image: binary means 'two', and an arithmetic operation is a math action that combines values. Imagine two light switches, each 'on' or 'off' ('0' or '1'); combining them gives one result, so the phrase means a math action that takes two two-value inputs and gives a two-value result.