prime factorization

[ prahym-fak-ter-uh-zey-shuhn ]

nounMathematics.
    • the process of resolving a number into its prime factors.

    • the resulting mathematical expression, such as 18 = 2 × 3 × 3.

Origin of prime factorization

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First recorded in 1945–50

Words Nearby prime factorization

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How to use prime factorization in a sentence

  • I mean, sure it's hard to do this prime factorization stuff, whatever you say it is.

    Little Brother | Cory Doctorow