Definition

A group of five things, often used to refer to five siblings born at the same time or a sequence of five cards of the same suit in a card game.

Example

The quint of siblings were all born on the same day.

Conversation

Have you ever played a card game that involves a quint?

No, I haven't. What's a quint?

It's a sequence of five cards of the same suit, pretty interesting!

That sounds fun! I’d love to try it sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quint → It is derived from the Latin root "quintus" (meaning fifth). The word "quint" refers to the fifth in a series or set.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for fifth, 'quintus', to remember that 'quint' means the fifth in a sequence.

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