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numbering

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Noun — A system or sequence of numbers used to label items.

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Etymology

From Middle English nombrynge, formed from number plus the suffix -ing.

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What does “numbering” mean?

The word “numbering” means a system or sequence of numbers used to label items. In plain terms, the act of giving things numbers, or the system used to do so.

How do you use “numbering” in a sentence?

Here is “numbering” used in a sentence: “The building uses an odd numbering system that skips the thirteenth floor.”

What is another word for “numbering”?

Words with a similar meaning to “numbering” include telling.

What part of speech is “numbering”?

Depending on how it is used, “numbering” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “numbering” come from?

The word “numbering” comes from Middle English. From Middle English nombrynge, formed from number plus the suffix -ing.

Is “numbering” a common word?

“Numbering” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “numbering” have?

“Numbering” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a system or sequence of numbers used to label items.

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