The meaning of DISCRETE is constituting a separate entity or item : individually distinct.

Discrete means separate or distinct, as in discrete concepts or discrete parts.

DISCRETE definition: 1. clearly separate or different in shape or form: 2. clearly separate or different in shape or…. Learn more.

Discrete means separate or divided. A discrete unit is a separate part of something larger. A room is a discrete space within a house, just as the crankshaft is a discrete part of a car engine.

discreteness (disˈcreteness) noun Word origin C14: from Latin discrētus separated, set apart; see discreet

Definition of discrete adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Distinguished from others by nature or qualities: distinct, separate, several, various. 2. Being or related to a distinct entity: individual, particular, separate, single, singular. The American Heritage® Roget's …