Definitions

1. noun

A number or quantity by which a set of numbers is divided in arithmetic, a remainder being left.

“The modulus of the division of 17 by 5 is 2.”

2. noun

A measure or standard used in judging or estimating.

“The modulus of the student’s performance was impressive.”

3. noun

A mathematical function that gives the remainder when one number is divided by another.

“The modulus function is often used in number theory.”

4. noun

A unit or measure of something.

“The modulus of the company’s growth was remarkable.”