Series Definition & Meaning

series
noun
  1. similar things placed in order or happening one after another; "they were investigating a series of bank robberies"
  2. a serialized set of programs; "a comedy series"; "the Masterworks concert series"
  3. a periodical that appears at scheduled times
  4. (sports) several contests played successively by the same teams; "the visiting team swept the series"
  5. (electronics) connection of components in such a manner that current flows first through one and then through the other; "the voltage divider consisted of a series of fixed resistors"
  6. a group of postage stamps having a common theme or a group of coins or currency selected as a group for study or collection; "the Post Office issued a series commemorating famous American entertainers"; "his coin collection included the complete series of Indian-head pennies"
  7. (mathematics) the sum of a finite or infinite sequence of expressions

"Series" in song lyrics

See how series is used in real songs:

  • "Pump your fists like you won the World Series"
    Akrobatik — Step it Up
  • "I keep the 9 in the five series"
    Alchemist f/ The L.O.X. — The Essence
  • "Flee in the red d boy, big truck series"
    Boot Camp Clik — Welcome to Bucktown USA

Usage tips for "series"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "series" 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 series to find words that pair well.

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