Eleven

/ɪˈlɛv.ən/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The number equivalent to the sum of ten and one; one more than ten.
There are eleven players on a soccer team.
The integer that follows ten and precedes twelve.
She counted up to eleven before starting her song.
A group or set of eleven items or individuals.
The troop consists of eleven scouts.
adjective
Representing the number eleven.
He finished in the eleven position in the race.

Etymology

Old English 'endleofan', meaning 'one left over (after ten)'

Common Phrases and Expressions

eleven o'clock
Refers to the time 11:00.
the eleven
Often used to refer to a group of eleven people, especially in games.

Related Words

twelve
The number following eleven.
ten
The number preceding eleven.

Slang Meanings

An eleven
He's acting like a total eleven today.