Seven
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɛvən/ · Part of speech numeral
Quick meaning: Seven is a numeral meaning The digit/figure 7 or an occurrence thereof.
Meaning
The digit/figure 7 or an occurrence thereof.
More Meanings
- (countable, card games) A card bearing seven pips.
- A numerical value equal to 7; the number following six and preceding eight. This many dots: (•••••••). Describing a group or set with seven elements.
- (slang) The soft drink 7 Up.
Example Sentences
a whisky and seven
He wrote three sevens on the paper.
The cabbalism of the number seven is emphasized, for in hell seven judges at each of seven gates take one of these divine laws away from her.
The seven hampers for four boys and three girls were personalised to each patient, including overnight hotel stays, colouring books and self care items.
Word Forms
- sev'n
- sevens
Synonyms for seven
Depending on context, synonyms include cardinal, septet, heptad, vii.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include heptad, vii, cardinal, septet, sevenfold, nine.
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