xiv

/ˈtɛn.ɪv/ or /ˈtɛn.ɪvi/ or /ˈsɪks.ɪtɪv/ (depending on the context)

Definitions

1. noun

A Roman numeral representing the number 14.

“The book of Revelation is the 14th book of the New Testament, often referred to as XIV.”

2. adverb

In the 14th position or place.

“The player was eliminated in XIV place due to the high competition.”

3. number

The number 14, especially in sports where Roman numerals are used to represent team or player numbers.

“The tennis player wore the number XIV on her jersey.”

Synonyms

  • 14th
  • fourteen

Antonyms

  • none