TWENTIETH Meaning and
Definition
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The term "twentieth" is an adjective and numeral that represents the numerical position or rank of an object or event within a series. Specifically, "twentieth" signifies the number that follows the number nineteen in the sequence of counting. It is derived from the cardinal number "twenty" and suffix "-th," which indicates the position or rank of a number in an ordered set.
As an adjective, "twentieth" describes something that pertains to or corresponds to the number twenty in a series or sequence. It may also refer to the ordinal position or rank that an object or event holds within a set of twenty other similar entities.
Additionally, "twentieth" can be used in reference to the time period or century that spans from the year 1900 to 1999. This specific period is commonly referred to as the twentieth century, encompassing significant historical events such as World War I, World War II, the rise of technology, and significant advancements in various fields.
Overall, "twentieth" serves as a numerical designation of position or rank in a series or sequence, an adjective describing something related to the number twenty, as well as a reference to the historical time period of the twentieth century.
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• One of twenty equal parts.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of TWENTIETH
The word twentieth is derived from the Old English word twentig, which is a combination of twegen (meaning two) and -tig (a suffix denoting multiples of ten). This construction indicates that the word originally meant two tens, or a group of twenty. Over time, the spelling and pronunciation evolved to its present form twentieth.
Similar spelling words for TWENTIETH
- mid-twentieth,
- hundred-and-twentieth,
- late-twentieth-century,
- one-hundred-and-twentieth,
- early-twentieth-century,
- twenty-third,
- twenty-three,
- twentieth-century,
- one-twentieth,
- early-twentieth,
- twenty-two,
- mid-twentieth-century.
