"spigot algorithm" meaning in All languages combined

See spigot algorithm on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: spigot algorithms [plural]
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  1. (mathematics) An algorithm for computing the value of a transcendental number, generating its digits sequentially with increasing precision. Wikipedia link: spigot algorithm Categories (topical): Mathematics
    Sense id: en-spigot_algorithm-en-noun-6ZUNdTdl Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries Topics: mathematics, sciences

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