Decenary
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈsɛnəɹi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Decenary is an adjective meaning Of or related to the number ten, (particularly) as a base of numeration.
Meaning
Of or related to the number ten, (particularly) as a base of numeration.
More Meanings
- Containing or comprising ten items or units.
- (law, historical) Of or related to a tithing.
- (law, historical) A tithing.
Example Sentences
All males... should... be enrolled in a tithing, or decennary, which originally consisted of ten free families.
Word Forms
- decennary
- decenaries
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include decennary, decadal, denary, decimic, decennial, decadary.
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