improper fraction

noun Mathematics.

a fraction having the numerator greater than the denominator.

Origin of improper fraction

First recorded in 1535–45

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British Dictionary definitions for improper fraction

improper fraction

noun

a fraction in which the numerator has a greater absolute value or degree than the denominator, as 7/6 or (x ² + 3)/(x + 1)

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improper fraction in Science

improper fraction

[ĭm-prŏp′ər]

A fraction in which the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 32. Compare proper fraction.