numeral

noun

ˈnü-mə-rəl How to pronounce numeral (audio)
Definition of numeralnext
as in digit
a character used to represent a mathematical value a birthday candle in the shape of the numeral 4

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Recent Examples of numeral Others use numerals or one, two, and three dots. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 26 June 2026 The Washington Post reported the numerals were already visible on Tuesday. — Chad De Guzman, Time, 12 June 2026 The heel also includes a unique detail in its branding, which is expected to spell out Jordan’s number, 23, in Roman numerals across the left and right shoes. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 10 June 2026 An engineer by training, Massie designed several patents — some on display in his office — as well as a debt calculator that blinks in flashing red numerals as the nation’s deficits pile up. — ABC News, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for numeral
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  1. digit
  2. number
Noun
  • And by slightly cool, that means bring daily highs below triple digits.
    — Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Aug. 2026
  • For travelers who have had their fill of pool days and triple-digit temperatures, an early taste of fall may sound even better, with mountain getaways and northern latitudes calling.
    — Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of digit
Noun
  • Where companies such as Zero and Stark have pushed hard to gain high output numbers in order to win sales, Bonnell hopes to win them by building e-bikes that appeal to riders and enthusiasts at a more visceral level.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The numbers and conference call commentary reinforce the essential role of cybersecurity in the artificial intelligence era.
    — Zev Fima, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of number

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“Numeral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/numeral. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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