bitness

English

noun
Definitions
  • (computing) The architecture of a computer system or program in terms of how many bits (binary digits) compose the basic values it can deal with.

Etymology

Suffix from English bit (binary digit, morsel).

Origin

English

bit

Gloss

binary digit, morsel

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