flop

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an arithmetic operation performed on floating-point numbers
  2. noun someone who is unsuccessful
  3. noun a complete failure

Etymology

Recorded since 1602, probably a variant of flap with a duller, heavier sound.

In classic literature

Synonyms

floating-point operation

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