twelve

A1
Pronunciation
/twɛlv/
/twɛlv/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

A group of twelve items.

Example Sentences
  • Fractions would be a little easier if we counted by twelves.
2 Definition

A twelve-bore gun.

3 Definition

A jury (normally composed of twelve persons).

4 Definition

Police; law enforcement, especially a narcotics officer

Numeral
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

The cardinal number occurring after eleven and before thirteen, represented in Arabic numerals as 12 and in Roman numerals as XII.

Example Sentences
  • There are twelve months in a year.
2 Definition

Law enforcement; the police