Numbering

Pronunciation: /ˈnʌm.bər.ɪŋ/

Definitions of numbering

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

Example Sentences

A1 I am numbering the pages of my notebook.

A2 She is numbering the boxes for inventory purposes.

B1 The technician is numbering the cables for easy identification.

B2 The artist is numbering the paintings in preparation for the exhibition.

C1 The historian is numbering the artifacts to keep track of them in the museum's collection.

C2 The researcher is numbering the data sets for analysis and comparison.

Examples of numbering in a Sentence

formal The numbering on the pages of the document must be in sequential order.

informal Make sure the numbering on the pages matches up before submitting the report.

slang I can't find the right page because the numbering is all messed up.

figurative The numbering of our accomplishments is steadily increasing each year.

Grammatical Forms of numbering

• past tense: numbered
• plural: numberings
• comparative: more numbering
• superlative: most numbering
• present tense: number
• future tense: will number
• perfect tense: have numbered
• continuous tense: is numbering
• singular: numbering
• positive degree: numbering
• infinitive: to number
• gerund: numbering
• participle: numbered

Origin and Evolution of numbering

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'numbering' originated from the Middle English word 'numbren', which came from the Old French word 'nombrer', ultimately derived from the Latin word 'numerare' meaning 'to count'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'numbering' has evolved to not only refer to counting or assigning numerical labels, but also to the act of organizing or arranging items in a sequential order.