operand

op·er·and

noun \ˌä-pə-ˈrand\

Definition of OPERAND

: something (as a quantity or data) that is operated on (as in a mathematical operation); also : the address in a computer instruction of data to be operated on

Origin of OPERAND

Latin operandum, neuter of gerundive of operari

First Known Use: 1853

Rhymes with OPERAND

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