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common denominator

/ˈkɒmən dɪˈnɒmɪneɪtə/

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/ˈkɒmən dɪˈnɒmɪneɪtə/B2formaltechnical
  • ruМатематический термин, обозначающий число, которое делится без остатка на все знаменатели набора дробей; также используется в переносном смысле для описания общей характеристики, интереса или черты среди группы людей или вещей.

A mathematical term referring to a number that can be divided evenly by all denominators in a set of fractions; also used figuratively to describe a shared characteristic, interest, or trait among a group of people or things.

  1. Shared multiple in mathB2formal

    A number that can be divided evenly by the denominators of two or more fractions.

    ruОбщий знаменатель

    • To add 1/3 and 1/4, you need to find a common denominator, which is 12.
    • The least common denominator of 2/5 and 3/7 is 35.
    • Finding a common denominator is essential for comparing fractions.
  2. Shared characteristicB2formal

    A quality, interest, or feature that is shared by two or more people or things.

    ruОбщий знаменатель

    • The common denominator among all successful startups is a strong team.
    • Their love of music was the common denominator that brought them together.
    • The common denominator in these crime cases is the suspect's car.