operand

Definition

A quantity to which an operator is applied (in 3-x, the operands of the subtraction operator are 3 and x).

Etymology

From Late Latin operandum. Doublet of operandum.

Example Sentences

• "When the microprocessor decodes the JSR opcode, it stores the operand into the TEMP register and pushes the current contents of the PC ($00 0128) onto the stack."