Seven

Definition

Seven is a noun and an adjective. As a noun, it refers to the number that comes after six and before eight. As an adjective, it describes something relating to the quantity of seven.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈsɛv.ən/
• Respelling: SEV-uhn

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈsɛv.ən/
• Respelling: SEV-uhn

Etymology

The word "seven" originates from the Old English "seofon," which is derived from Proto-Germanic "*sebun." This, in turn, traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*septm̥," reflecting its ancient usage in counting systems across cultures.

Derivatives

• Seventh (adjective, noun)
• Sevens (noun, plural)
• Sevenfold (adjective, adverb)
• Seventy (noun, adjective)
• Sevenfoldness (noun)

Synonyms

• Septet (group of seven)
• Heptad
• Sevenfold

Antonyms

• Six
• Eight
• None

Usage

The term "seven" is widely used in mathematics, culture, and everyday language. Examples include "She has seven siblings" and "The team won the match with a score of seven goals."

Related Terms

• Sevenfold: A quantity multiplied by seven.
• Seventy: The number ten times seven.
• Septenary: Relating to or based on the number seven.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The cardinal number following six and preceding eight: Refers to the quantity or digit 7.
  • Example: "There are seven continents on Earth."
• A group or set of seven things: Refers to a collection containing seven items.
  • Example: "The seven wonders of the ancient world are legendary."

Adjective

• Relating to the number seven: Describes something associated with or consisting of seven units.
  • Example: "The team fielded a seven-man squad."