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decrement

To subtract a number from another number. Decrementing a counter means to subtract 1 or some other number from its current value.


decrement [′dek·rə·mənt]
(computer science)
A specific part of an instruction word in some binary computers, thus a set of digits.
For a counter, to subtract 1 or some other number from the current value.
(hydrology)
(mathematics)
The quantity by which a variable is decreased.
(physics)
The ratio of the amplitudes of an underdamped harmonic motion during two successive oscillations. Also known as damping factor; numerical decrement.


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