nines is a noun and a plural form of nine.
Definitionsnines refers to the number nine or a set of nine things.
PronunciationsIn US English, nines is pronounced as "nainz". In UK English, it is pronounced as "nainz" as well.
Origin and UsageThe word nines originated from the Old English word "nigon", which means "nine". It has been used in the English language for centuries to refer to the number nine or a set of nine things. It is commonly used in sports such as darts and bowling to refer to a perfect score of nine.
SynonymsThere are no direct synonyms for nines, but it can be replaced with "nine" or "set of nine things" depending on the context.
Related WordsSome related 5 letter words to nines include "ninny", "inner", "noise", "noble", and "nurse".
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