160th
Definition
Adjective The ordinal number corresponding to the cardinal number one hundred sixty (160). It denotes position or order in a sequence.
Usage
This word is used to indicate the position of an item in an ordered list, coming after the 159th and before the 161st. * It is typically written with the numeral and the ordinal suffix ("th") as "160th". * It can be used before a noun or after a linking verb.
Examples
- Before a noun:
- The company celebrated its 160th anniversary with a grand party.
- She finished in 160th place in the marathon.
- After a linking verb:
- This year's festival is the 160th.
- In the chronological list, his entry is 160th.
Advanced Usage
- Formal/Technical Contexts: Commonly used in historical chronology, rankings, anniversaries, and series numbering.
- The 160th iteration of the software includes major security updates.
- Written vs. Spoken: In writing, it is standard to use the numeral form ("160th"). When spoken, it is pronounced "one hundred sixtieth".
Variants and Related Words
- Cardinal Number: One hundred sixty (160). This denotes quantity, not order.
- There were one hundred sixty participants.
- Fraction: One hundred sixtieth (1/160th). This denotes one part of a whole divided into 160 equal parts.
- He owned a one-hundred-sixtieth share of the company.
Synonyms
- Hundred-and-sixtieth (an alternative written form, though "160th" is more common).
Adjective
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the ordinal number of one hundred sixty in counting order
