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Term: 8

Description:

8 is a numeric digit representing the Arabic numeral system. It is the natural number following 7 and preceding 9.

Sample Sentences:

As a number:

• The phone number for customer service is 555-1238.
• I need to find 8 more pencils to complete my set.

As a word:

Sense 1:

When used as a noun, 8 can represent a figure or symbol resembling the Arabic numeral 8.

• The infinity symbol (∞) somewhat resembles an 8 lying horizontally.
• The sign on the road indicated a roundabout by showing a large 8.

Sense 2:

When used as a noun, 8 can represent the eighth item in a series or a position in a competition.

• The athlete finished in 8th place during the marathon.
• On a scale of 1 to 10, I rate this movie a 8 for its outstanding plot.

Sense 3:

When used as an adjective, 8 can describe something that is considered excellent or is of high quality.

• This cake recipe is 8 times better than the one we used before.
• I highly recommend this book; it's an 8 out of 10 in terms of readability.

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