ceiling ( x -- y )
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Vocabulary
math.functions

Inputs

x

a real

Outputs

y	a whole real number

Word description
Outputs the least whole number greater than or equal to x.

Notes
The result is not necessarily an integer.

Definition

USING: math ;

IN: math.functions

: ceiling ( x -- y ) neg floor neg ; foldable flushable