What is the line in a fraction called?

the vinculum
The line between the numerator and the denominator is called the vinculum.

What do you call the horizontal bar in a fraction?

A horizontal line placed over an expression to show that everything below the line is one group. In some countries it is the horizontal line used to separate the numerator and denominator in a fraction, also called a “fraction bar”. …

What does a fraction bar really mean?

A fraction bar separates the numerator and denominator of a fraction. It indicates that a division of the numerator by the denominator will be performed.

Does the fraction bar mean divide?

The fraction bar represents the operation of division.

What are parts of fractions?

A fraction has two parts. The number on the top of the line is called the numerator. It tells how many equal parts of the whole or collection are taken. The number below the line is called the denominator.