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Adjective xii has 1 sense
- twelve, 12, xii, dozen - denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units
Antonym: ordinal (indirect, via cardinal)
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XII
Description:
XII is a Roman numeral representing the number 12. It is the equivalent of 'twelve' in the Arabic numeral system. In Roman numerals, 'X' represents 10, and 'I' represents 1.
Senses and Usages:
- Cardinal Number: XII is used as a cardinal number to represent the quantity twelve.
- As an Ordinal Number: In certain contexts, XII can be used as an ordinal number to indicate something or someone as twelfth in a series or sequence.
- Chapter Numbering: XII is common in chapter numbering of books, especially in ancient or classic literature.
- Pope Naming: 'XII' or 'Twelfth' may refer to a pope who used that number as part of their papal name, signifying that they were the twelfth pope with that name.
- Alternative Rock Band: XII is the name of an alternative rock band, known for their experimental sound and powerful performances.
Sample Sentences:
- The event will take place on the XII of December.
- Helen was proud to be ranked XII in the competition.
- The novel's XII chapter narrates a crucial turning point in the plot.
- Pope Innocent XII was elected as the 242nd pope.
- I'm going to a concert tonight to see XII perform live.
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