What is the meaning of Vinculum?

A bond or link signifying union.

Any symbol used to group some of the terms in an expression, indicating that that part of the calculation should be done before other parts, or that the Roman numeral underneath should be multiplied by 1,000.

A horizontal line over the top of some of the terms in an expression, indicating that that part of the calculation is to be done before other parts.

  1. Specifically, the horizontal line between the numerator and denominator in a fraction.

Specifically, the horizontal line between the numerator and denominator in a fraction.

A ligament that limits the movement of an organ or part.

Any instrument whereby anything is bound or tied up; bond, band, fetter, chain, cord, tie, link.

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