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numerary

numerary

8.5
Relating to numbers or number order
  • adjective
  • /ˈnjuːmərɛri/
translation icon : numérico
  • Each student was assigned a numerary value for the experiment.

Examples

  • In mathematics, numerary concepts are fundamental.

  • The numerary data was essential for the analysis.

  • The numerary code must be entered exactly as shown on the form.

  • She sorted the files in numerary order for easier reference.

  • The numerary structure of this dataset allows for easy comparison of values in a specific order.

  • In mathematics, the concept of numerary is essential for understanding how to arrange numbers systematically.

  • The teacher explained the numerary aspects of the sequence to help students grasp the importance of numerical placement.

Synonyms

numerical
vsnumerary
34 4.1

About numbers rather than words

is narrower, focusing on number order rather than broad number use
numeric
vsnumerary
9 4.6

Relating to or using numbers to show information

is about number relation and often about sequence or order
numeral
vsnumerary
4 3.5

Relating to numbers or number systems

is about numbers or their order rather than symbols or names

Surface Forms

numerary positive

Morphology

numerary = number (transparent) = numer + ary

Meaning is directly derived from the root 'number' plus the adjectival suffix '-ary', so learners who know 'number' can infer the adjective relating to numbers.

Etymology

Numerary comes from the root numer- meaning 'number', the same root you see in number and numeral. So numerary describes something that belongs to or is ordered by numbers.