Positional (adjective)

  1. Relating to or determined by position or place.
  2. Expressed or represented by a specific position or arrangement of symbols or digits.

Origin:

The word 'positional' comes from the latin word 'positio' which means position or place. it was first used in english in the late 19th century to describe something relating to or determined by position.

Examples:

  1. In positional notation, the value of a digit depends on its position in the number.
  2. The positional accuracy of the GPS system allows it to determine your location with great precision.
  3. The positional play of the soccer team was excellent, with the players always in the right place at the right time.
  4. The positional dispute between the two countries was resolved through negotiations and mutual agreements.
  5. The positional advantage of the higher ground allowed the army to have a clear view of the enemy's movements.
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