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What is HCF (Highest Common Factor)? Definition, Meaning & Example

The largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

TL;DR: The largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

By Syllab.in · Updated Jun 17, 2026

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