number — a mathematical unit used in counting or making calculations
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a mathematical unit used in counting or making calculations
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnʌmbər/
Example Sentences
- I can't remember my girlfriend's number, but I memorized all the pizza delivery numbers.
- The number of homework assignments is increasing every day.
- He thinks he's number one, but he's actually number ten in the class.
number
NOUN[/ˈnʌmbər/]
a mathematical unit used in counting or making calculations
She wrote the winning number on the board for everyone to see.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Ancient Latin 'numerus,' which stems from a root meaning 'to distribute' or 'to divide.' As mathematical concepts developed, the term evolved to denote a countable quantity or unit in arithmetic.
Breakdown
Latin numerus (number, that which is distributed or counted) + -er (agent suffix), originally referring to something that distributes or divides, later specialized to mean a mathematical quantity.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I can't remember my girlfriend's number, but I memorized all the pizza delivery numbers.”
“The number of homework assignments is increasing every day.”
“He thinks he's number one, but he's actually number ten in the class.”
“Please number these documents in order.”
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