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Math.the smallest number that is a common denominator of a given set of fractions. Also called lowest common denominator.[1870-75]
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least common denominator — n. the least common multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions … English World dictionary
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Lowest common denominator — This article is about mathematics. For computers, see Lowest common denominator (computers). In mathematics, the lowest common denominator or least common denominator (abbreviated LCD) is the least common multiple of the denominators of a set of… … Wikipedia
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