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Definition of ninefold

ninefold

/ˈnaɪn.foʊld/
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• adjective

1

Nine times as great, large, or numerous.

Example

"The renewable energy sector experienced a ninefold increase in investment over the past decade."

2

Having nine parts, elements, or divisions.

Example

"Medieval theologians frequently wrote about the ninefold hierarchy of angelic beings."

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• adverb

1

By nine times; to nine times the original amount or degree.

Example

"After the new irrigation system was installed, agricultural yields grew ninefold."

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English nigonfeald, formed from nigon ('nine') and the suffix -feald ('-fold').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ninefold. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ninefold
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