aliquot
Mathematics. forming an exact proper divisor: An aliquot part of 15 is 5.
Chemistry, Pharmacology. comprising a known fraction of a whole and constituting a sample: an aliquot quantity of acid for analysis.
an aliquot part.
Origin of aliquot
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How to use aliquot in a sentence
aliquot, al′i-kwot, adj. such a part of a number as will divide it without a remainder.
Ob mirum hic ingenium Venctiis aliquot annos publice condutus vixit.
Mix the solution well, pour through a dry filter and determine the dextrose in an aliquot.
All About Coffee | William H. UkersErant in iuventute Romana adulescentes aliquot, sodales adulescentium Tarquiniorum.
Selections from Viri Romae | Charles Franois L'HomondThese grooves run spirally, and form each an aliquot part of a revolution from the chamber to the muzzle.
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British Dictionary definitions for aliquot
/ (ˈælɪˌkwɒt) /
maths of, signifying, or relating to an exact divisor of a quantity or number: 3 is an aliquot part of 12 Compare aliquant
consisting of equal quantities: the sample was divided into five aliquot parts
an aliquot part
Origin of aliquot
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