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Five Definition & Meaning

five
adjective
  1. being one more than four
noun
  1. the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
  2. a team that plays basketball
  3. a playing card or a domino or a die whose upward face shows five pips

"Five" in song lyrics

See how five is used in real songs:

  • "Over high, eleven five"
    11/5 — Garcia Vegas
  • "A fistful of talent, marvelous, fabulous five"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Franky Botts, Lighter Shade, Molly-Q — Let it Bang
  • "He's tired, and worn, and works a nine to five"
    3rd Bass — Product of the Environment

Usage tips for "five"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "five" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for five to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does five mean?
being one more than four the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one a team that plays basketball a playing card or a domino or a die whose upward face shows five pips
What part of speech is five?
Five is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does five have?
Five has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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