What does EIGHT mean?

eight

Parts of Speech: noun, adjective

Definitions:

• noun: the number equivalent to the sum of one and seven; a group or set of eight things
• adjective: amounting to eight in number

Pronunciations:

• US: /eɪt/
• UK: /eɪt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "eight" comes from the Old English word "eahta," which means the same thing. It has been used in the English language since the 9th century. The number eight is considered lucky in many cultures, including Chinese and Jewish cultures. It is also an important number in mathematics and science.

Synonyms:

• octet
• eighter
• eightfold

Related Words:

• eighty
• eighth
• weigh

Example Sentences:

• The octopus has eight legs.
• She made eight cupcakes for the party.
• He is the eighth person in line.
• The basketball team scored eight points in the first quarter.