44th
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Definition
Adjective The ordinal number corresponding to the cardinal number forty-four (44). It denotes position or order in a sequence, specifically the position following the 43rd and preceding the 45th.
Usage
The word "44th" is used attributively before a noun to indicate its place in a series.
Examples
- She finished in 44th place in the marathon.
- The 44th President of the United States was Barack Obama.
- We are celebrating the company's 44th anniversary this year.
- Please turn to the 44th page in your textbook.
Advanced Usage
- As a nominal adjective: When the noun is implied or previously stated, "44th" can function alone.
- "He was the 44th to arrive." (Here, "person" or "one" is implied.)
Variants and Related Words
- Forty-fourth: The word form of the ordinal number, often used in more formal writing.
- The forty-fourth chapter of the book is the most exciting.
- 44: The cardinal number.
- Ordinal number: The general class of numbers indicating position (e.g., 1st, 2nd, 3rd... 44th).
Synonyms
- Forty-fourth
Notes
- "44th" is the standard numerical abbreviation for the ordinal adjective "forty-fourth."
- It follows the consistent pattern for forming English ordinals: add "-th" to the cardinal number (four, fourth; forty-four, forty-fourth). Exceptions include 1st (first), 2nd (second), 3rd (third).
Adjective
- the ordinal number of forty-four in counting order