quinary

/ˈkwɑɪnəri/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or consisting of five parts or elements

“The quinary system of music is based on five-note scales.”

2. noun

a number or quantity equal to five

“The quinary number of students in the class is 25.”

3. noun

a group of five things

“The quinary of flowers in the bouquet is beautiful.”

Synonyms

  • five
  • pent

Antonyms

  • monad
  • unity