1. relating to or using a number system with a base of 16
Usage: computing; mathematics

1. a number system with a base of 16, using digits 0-9 and letters A-F
Usage: computing; mathematics

Examples

• The hexadecimal number system uses sixteen different symbols.
• Programmers often work with hexadecimal values when coding.
• The color code #FF0000 is written in hexadecimal format.
• Converting from hexadecimal to decimal requires understanding base-16 math.
• Memory addresses are typically displayed in hexadecimal notation.
• The hexadecimal A represents the decimal number 10.
• Web designers use hexadecimal codes to specify exact colors.