What does "unit fraction" mean?

A fraction whose numerator is 1 and whose denominator is a positive integer; for example, 1/2 or 1/7.

What is a synonym for "unit fraction"?

Common synonyms include: eightieth, elevenths, fortieth, millionth, nineteenths, seventeenths.

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A fraction whose numerator is 1 and whose denominator is a positive integer; for example, 1/2 or 1/7.