aliquot Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an integer that is an exact divisor of some quantity
    aliquot part.
    • 4 is an aliquot part of 12
  2. adjective satellite signifying an exact divisor or factor of a quantity

WordNet

Al"i*quot adjective
Etymology
L. aliquot some, several; alius other + quot how many: cf. F. aliquote.
Definitions
  1. (Math.) An aliquot part of a number or quantity is one which will divide it without a remainder; thus, 5 is an aliquot part of 15. Opposed to aliquant.

Webster 1913