binary digit
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- noun
- /ˈbaɪnəri ˈdɪdʒɪt/
- Specialized
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dígito binario
- In addition, because each 3-tuple is represented by a finite number of binary digits or bits, only a finite number of distinct colors may be presented.
Examples
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They are transmitting primes, or a star map, or the binary digits of pi.
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Any sufficiently intelligent lifeform would no doubt look for unique, universal constructs—such as prime numbers, chemical element frequencies, and binary digits.
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But the other thing is we're going to assume that what binary digits go in here come out here.
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In turn, this allows classical computers to store and process data using binary digits or bits.
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I am only comparing this with the two most basic binary digits, the 0 and the 1.
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If you have multiple observations, you can think of sending that same binary digit end times.
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However, there is obviously no other world where the trillionth binary digit of pi has a different value.
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To begin, the binary digit 0 represents the state of nothingness.
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The binary digit 1 represents the opposite state of nothingness, which is a state of somethingness.
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In computing, a binary digit can represent either a 0 or a 1, which are fundamental to digital communication.
Synonyms
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A unit of data that can be 0 or 1
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning 'a digit in the binary numeral system (0 or 1)' is directly and compositionally derived from 'binary' (pertaining to the 0/1 numeral system) + 'digit' (a numeral), so a learner who knows both words can infer the MWE. This noun-noun compound follows regular English composition and has clear equivalents in many languages, making it immediately comprehensible to learners who know the constituents.
Etymology
Binary digit comes from binary, meaning 'two', and digit, which once meant a 'finger' used for counting. Imagine a finger showing one of two positions; this picture explains why a binary digit (short 'bit') is one piece of information that can be '0' or '1'.