op·er·and ( p  r-nd)n. A quantity on which a mathematical or logical operation is performed. [From Latin operandum, neuter gerundive of oper  r , to operate; see operate.] |
operand [ˈɒpəˌrænd]
n
(Mathematics) a quantity or function upon which a mathematical or logical operation is performed
[from Latin operandum (something) to be worked upon, from operārī to work]
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| Noun | 1. | operand - a quantity upon which a mathematical operation is performed quantity - the concept that something has a magnitude and can be represented in mathematical expressions by a constant or a variable |
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