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Boolean

Syllabification: (Bool·e·an)
Pronunciation: /ˈbo͞olēən/
Definition of Boolean

adjective

  • denoting a system of algebraic notation used to represent logical propositions, especially in computing and electronics.

noun

Computing
  • a binary variable, having two possible values called “true” and “false.”.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from the name of G. Boole (see Boole, George) + -an

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