vinculum

Horizontal mathematical connector

A vinculum is a horizontal line placed over a mathematical expression to group terms together, functioning like parentheses: the bar over digits in a repeating decimal or over terms in a radical.

More broadly, vinculum means a bond or tie that links things together, though this sense is rare outside technical contexts.

mathematics

fraction

Part divided by whole

notation · radical · grouping · expression · overline · bracket · parenthesis · equation · formula · algebra

bond

tie

Equal score, or neckwear

ligature · fetter · chain · shackle · binding · fastening · coupling · yoke · tether · restraint

anatomy

frenum

Restraining fold of tissue

tendon · fold · band · ligament · attachment · structure · connective

unity

cohesion

Tendency to bind together

oneness · interconnection · interdependence · alliance · coalition · federation · synthesis · convergence · binding force · togetherness

Opposites
connection/binding

vinculumseparation

State of being apart

severance · division · disconnection · rupture · breach

mathematical grouping notation

vinculumdelimiter

Boundary-marking character

separator · division sign · parentheses · brackets

Family

province, convince, invincible, evince, invincibility, invincibly

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Rated G