Seventeen Definition & Meaning

seventeen
adjective
  1. being one more than sixteen
noun
  1. the cardinal number that is the sum of sixteen and one

"Seventeen" in song lyrics

See how seventeen is used in real songs:

  • "She was only Seventeen"
    Above the Law f/ Enuff, Kokane — Gorillapimpin'
  • "Hush now growing child living till you're seventeen"
    Anubis5 — Cranberry Gingerale
  • "BACKDRAFT! Engine engine number seventeen"
    Arsonists — Backdraft

Usage tips for "seventeen"

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

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