floor function

noun

A function that maps a real number to the largest integer that is not greater than it.

Meanings

nounfloor function (plural floor functions)

plural floor functions

  1. mathematicsA function that maps a real number to the largest integer that is not greater than it.

Synonyms & antonyms

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APA

floor function. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 2, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/floor%20function

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Chicago

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