bullet operator
1 of 1noun/ˈbʊlɪt ˈɑpəreɪtər/
Forms:bullet operators
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a typographical symbol (∙) used primarily in mathematics and technical notation to represent a binary operation such as multiplication
The bullet operator is a small dot symbol (∙) used mainly in math and science. It looks like a tiny, centered point, similar to a bullet point you see in lists, but it has a different job. Instead of organizing information, the bullet operator shows a kind of multiplication or other special operations between numbers or objects. You might see it in formulas, equations, or programming languages to make things clearer. It's not used in everyday writing but is important when working with math or technical subjects.
- In the formula, the bullet operator ∙ indicates multiplication between the two vectors.
- To distinguish it from a decimal point, some mathematicians prefer using the bullet operator in their calculations.
- The programming language uses the bullet operator as a symbol for a specific function call.
- When writing matrix operations, the bullet operator helps clarify element-wise multiplication.
- The textbook explained that the bullet operator is not commonly used in everyday writing but is important in formal mathematical expressions.