Binary: meaning, definitions and examples

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binary

[ ˈbaɪnəri ]

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computer science

Relating to, composed of, or involving two things.

Synonyms

double, dual, pair

Examples of usage

The binary code consists of only two digits, 0 and 1.
Computers process data in binary format.

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general

Characterized by or consisting of two parts or components; twofold.

Synonyms

bifold, dichotomous, double-barreled

Examples of usage

The binary nature of the relationship between light and dark.
The binary opposition of good and evil.

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computer science

A system of numerical notation that has 2 rather than 10 as a base.

Synonyms

base-2, double, dual

Examples of usage

Understanding binary is essential in computer programming.
Binary is the language of computers.

Translations

Translations of the word "binary" in other languages:

🇵🇹 binário

🇮🇳 बाइनरी

🇩🇪 binär

🇮🇩 biner

🇺🇦 двійковий

🇵🇱 binarny

🇯🇵 バイナリ

🇫🇷 binaire

🇪🇸 binario

🇹🇷 ikili

🇰🇷 이진법의

🇸🇦 ثنائي

🇨🇿 binární

🇸🇰 binárny

🇨🇳 二进制

🇸🇮 binarni

🇮🇸 tvíundakerfi

🇰🇿 екілік

🇬🇪 ბინარული

🇦🇿 ikili

🇲🇽 binario

Word origin

The term 'binary' derives from the Latin word 'binarius,' meaning 'consisting of two.' In computer science, binary representation is fundamental in digital electronics and computing. The binary system uses only two digits, 0 and 1, to represent all numbers and data. It revolutionized the way information is processed and stored in modern technology.