Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Coming next after the one hundred thirty-ninth in a series: "140th" is an ordinal number that indicates position or order in a sequence, specifically the position following the 139th.

Usage

• The word "140th" is used to denote rank, sequence, or position in a list, event, or series. It is typically written with the numeral and the ordinal suffix ("th") or as "one hundred fortieth" in formal writing.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • This year marks the 140th anniversary of the company's founding.
  • She finished in 140th place in the marathon.
  • The 140th page of the document contains the crucial data.

Advanced Usage

• As part of a fraction: In some contexts, it can be part of a fractional expression, though this is less common.
  • A one hundred fortieth (1/140) share of the estate.

Variants and Related Words

• One hundred fortieth: The written form of the ordinal number.
• 140: The cardinal number (one hundred forty).

Synonyms

• Hundred-and-fortieth: An alternative phrasing with the same meaning.

Adjective

1. the ordinal number of one hundred forty in counting order