Trillion Definition & Meaning
trillion
- adjective
- one quintillion in Great Britain
- one million million in the United States
- noun
- a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole); "there were millions of flies"
- the number that is represented as a one followed by 18 zeros; "in England they call a quintillion a trillion"
- the number that is represented as a one followed by 12 zeros; "in England they call a trillion a billion"
"Trillion" in song lyrics
See how trillion is used in real songs:
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"In the year one trillion"
Atoms Family — Mystic Madness -
"All it took was one in a trillion"
Bliss N Eso — Bullet and a Target -
"I told em a one in a million to work on a billion and before trillion"
Lifestyl — Million Dollars Stars
Words that rhyme with trillion
Usage tips for "trillion"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "trillion" 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 trillion to find words that pair well.