(computer hardware) A microprocessor that performs floating-point arithmetic. In older models of computer the FPU was not integrated into the central processing unit, but rather as a coprocessor if included at all.

plural of nine-point circle

(geometry) That circle which passes through the feet of the altitudes of a given triangle.

plural of floating point operation

The general field of topology, not restricting attention to specific classes of spaces, and not using algebraic topology.

plural of ball-point pen

(astronomy) A point on the celestial sphere where the sun crosses the celestial equator on March equinox.

plural of three-point line

(religion) A Calvinist who believes in all five points of TULIP, including limited atonement.

plural of four-point Calvinist