Sequence Definition & Meaning
sequence
- noun
- serial arrangement in which things follow in logical order or a recurrent pattern; "the sequence of names was alphabetical"; "he invented a technique to determine the sequence of base pairs in DNA"
- a following of one thing after another in time; "the doctor saw a sequence of patients"
- film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie
- the action of following in order; "he played the trumps in sequence"
- several repetitions of a melodic phrase in different keys
- verb
- arrange in a sequence
- determine the order of constituents in; "They sequenced the human genome"
"Sequence" in song lyrics
See how sequence is used in real songs:
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"Black ghetto prince, my defense always in sequence"
9th Prince f/ Don Don — Young Black Millions -
"Terrorist and 9th Prince, check the sequence"
9th Prince f/ P.R. Terrorist — Kill or be Killed -
"Poetry sentence, blow holes in ya keyboard sequence"
9th Prince — Tell a Friend
Words that rhyme with sequence
Usage tips for "sequence"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sequence" 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 sequence to find words that pair well.
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