numeral — a figure, symbol, or word expressing a number
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a figure, symbol, or word expressing a number
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnuːmərəl/
Example Sentences
- My grandfather still writes dates using Roman numerals because he thinks it makes him look sophisticated.
- The child confused the numeral 6 with 9 and accidentally ordered 90 pizzas for the birthday party.
- Students must learn to convert between different numeral systems in computer science class.
numeral
NOUN[/ˈnuːmərəl/]
a figure, symbol, or word expressing a number
The teacher writes a large Roman numeral on the chalkboard for the class.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin numerus, meaning 'number' or 'sum'. The term developed as mathematicians systematized methods for representing numbers, evolving from a noun denoting quantity into an adjective describing things of or pertaining to numbers.
Breakdown
numerus (number) + -al (adjective suffix indicating 'of or relating to'). The suffix -al transforms the noun into an adjective form.
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📝Examples
“My grandfather still writes dates using Roman numerals because he thinks it makes him look sophisticated.”
“The child confused the numeral 6 with 9 and accidentally ordered 90 pizzas for the birthday party.”
“Students must learn to convert between different numeral systems in computer science class.”
“The ancient Egyptians used hieroglyphic numerals that look more like art than mathematics.”
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