seven Meaning & Definition
What Does Seven Mean?
Seven is used as a noun meaning NATO & ICAO radiotelephony clear code (spelling-alphabet name) for the digit 7. As a numeral, it means A numerical value equal to 7; the number following six and preceding eight. As a numeral, it means A numerical value equal to 7; the number following six and preceding eight. This many dots: (•••••••).
Quick Facts About Seven
| Part of speech | noun, numeral |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsɛvən/ |
| Synonyms | cardinal, septet and heptad |
| Plural | sevens |
Seven Definition (Noun)
- NATO & ICAO radiotelephony clear code (spelling-alphabet name) for the digit 7.
Seven as a Numeral
- A numerical value equal to 7; the number following six and preceding eight.
- Describing a group or set with seven elements.
Noun
- The digit/figure 7 or an occurrence thereof.
He wrote three sevens on the paper.
- A card bearing seven pips.
- The soft drink 7 Up.
a whisky and seven
Numeral
- A numerical value equal to 7; the number following six and preceding eight. This many dots: (•••••••).
Synonyms of Seven
Seven synonyms and antonyms →Seven in a Sentence
He wrote three sevens on the paper.
a whisky and seven
Word Forms & Grammar
seven
seven (countable and uncountable, plural sevens)
Words That Rhyme With Seven
Origin of Seven
Origin 1: From Middle English seven, from Old English seofon (“seven”), from Proto-West Germanic *sebun (“seven”), from Proto-Germanic *sebun (“seven”), from Proto-Indo-European *septḿ̥ (“seven”).
Origin 2: Cognate with Scots seiven (“seven”), West Frisian sân (“seven”), Saterland Frisian soogen (“seven”), Low German söven (“seven”), Dutch zeven (“seven”), German sieben (“seven”), Danish syv (“seven”), Norwegian sju (“seven”), Icelandic sjö (“seven”), Latin septem (“seven”), Ancient Greek ἑπτά (heptá, “seven”), Russian семь (semʹ), Sanskrit सप्त (saptá).
Frequently Asked Questions About Seven
Is seven a noun or a numeral?
Seven is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a numeral.
What is another word for seven?
You can replace seven with words such as cardinal, septet and heptad. See the full list of seven synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of seven?
The plural of seven is sevens.