giga-
English
/ˈɡɪɡə/, /ˈɡɪɡə/
prefix
Definitions
- In the International System of Units and other metric systems of units, multiplying the unit to which it is attached by 10; billion-. Symbol: G
- (computing) Multiplying the unit to which it is attached by 2 or 1,073,741,824
Etymology
Derived from Ancient Greek γίγας (giant, plural gigantes giant).
Origin
Ancient Greek
γίγας
Gloss
giant, plural gigantes giant