120th
Definition
Adjective: - Coming next after the one hundred and nineteenth in a series; being the ordinal number for 120. This word is used to indicate position or order in a sequence, specifically the position corresponding to the number one hundred twenty.
Usage
- The adjective "120th" is used attributively before a noun to denote its place in an ordered sequence. It is the standard form for writing and saying the ordinal number for 120.
- It is commonly used in contexts like anniversaries, iterations, positions in a race or list, and serial numbering.
Examples
- Adjective:
- The company celebrated its 120th anniversary this year.
- She finished in 120th place in the marathon.
- This is the 120th edition of the annual journal.
Advanced Usage
- As a nominal adjective: The word can be used without a following noun when the context is clear.
- He was the 120th to cross the finish line.
- In fractions: It can form part of a fractional expression.
- A one hundred and twentieth (1/120th) share of the estate.
Variants and Related Words
- One hundred and twentieth: This is the full written and spoken form of "120th".
- 120th is the standard numeric abbreviation for the ordinal adjective.
Synonyms
- Hundred-and-twentieth: The hyphenated written form is a direct synonym.
Notes on Different Meanings
- "120th" functions solely as an ordinal number adjective. It does not have other distinct meanings as a standalone word. It is not used in idioms or as a phrasal verb.
Adjective
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the ordinal number of one hundred twenty in counting order
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