Definition

The process of assigning numbers to items in a specific order for identification or organization.

Example

The numbering of the pages in the book helps readers find information easily.

Conversation

Have you finished numbering the pages for our project?

Not yet, I still have a few more to go.

Let me know if you need help with the numbering process.

Thanks! I might take you up on that offer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To assign numbers to items in a sequence or list.

Example

The teacher is numbering the pages of the handout.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you finished numbering the pages for your project?

Not yet, I'm still working on it.

I find it helps to do the numbering first so I don't miss any pages.

Root Explanation

Numbering → It is formed from "number" (from Latin "numerus", meaning a quantity or figure) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate an action or process). The word "numbering" refers to the action or process of assigning numbers to items or counting them.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'number' which means a quantity, and remember that 'numbering' is the action of assigning or counting those quantities.

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