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Definition of numeration

numeration

/ˌnuːməˈreɪʃən/
nu · mer · a · tion
Adverb:numerically
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Plural:numerations
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Adjective:numerical
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numeration Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The action or process of calculating, counting, or assigning numbers to items.

Example

"The careful numeration of all the ballots ensured an accurate election result."

2

A method or system of representing numbers using symbols or words, such as the decimal or Roman system.

Example

"Ancient civilizations developed distinct systems of numeration to record trade and astronomical observations."

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• Nearby Words

numeracy
numeral
numerate
numeration
numerator
numeric
numerical

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century via Old French from Latin numeratio ('a counting out or paying'), from the verb numerare ('to count or number'), derived from numerus ('number').

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