number

/nˈʌmbə/

/ˈnəmbɝ/

[noun] [verb]

Number

[NOUN]

a word, sign, or symbol that represents a specific quantity or amount

synonyms : figure

the quantity of things or people

synonyms : amount

quantity

the number is used in calling a particular telephone

synonyms : phone number

telephone number

a short performance that is part of a longer program

synonyms : act

bit

routine

turn

one of a series published periodically

synonyms : issue

a particular garment or outfit that is regarded as impressive, attractive, or stylish

a numeral or string of numerals that is used for identification and may be attached to accounts, memberships, etc.

a select company of people

an item of clothing

(grammar) the form of a word that indicates whether one, two, or more things or people are being referred to

a numbered item in a series

to number

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to give numbers to different parts of a list or series of objects or people

determine the number or amount of

synonyms : count

enumerate

numerate

add up in number or quantity

synonyms : add up

amount

come

total

enumerate

synonyms : list

place a limit on the number of

synonyms : keep down

put into a group

synonyms : count

Examples

1. His number's up this time.

2. The report includes a number of recommendations.

3. His confession involved a number of other politicians in the affair.

4. Thirteen is a prime number.

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