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digital

Syllabification: (dig·it·al)
Pronunciation: /ˈdijitl/
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Definition of digital

adjective

  • 1(of signals or data) expressed as series of the digits 0 and 1, typically represented by values of a physical quantity such as voltage or magnetic polarization. Often contrasted with analog.
  • relating to, using, or storing data or information in the form of digital signals:digital TV a digital recording
  • involving or relating to the use of computer technology:the digital revolution
  • 2(of a clock or watch) showing the time by means of displayed digits rather than hands or a pointer.
  • 3of or relating to a finger or fingers.

Derivatives

digitally

adverb

Origin:

late 15th century: from Latin digitalis, from digitus 'finger, toe'

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