Meaning & Definition of word "Fifty"

Fifty

/ˈfɪfti/

noun:

  • 1. The numerical value of fifty.
    • Example: Fifty is a round number often used in calculations.
  • 2. A group or set of fifty items.
    • Example: We ordered a fifty for the event.

adjective:

  • 1. The number equivalent to 5 times 10; one less than fifty-one.
    • Example: She turned fifty years old last week.
  • 2. Used to denote a quantity of fifty units or items.
    • Example: The recipe calls for fifty grams of sugar.

Etymology

Middle English fiftī, from Old English fiftīe, from five + -ty (group of ten).

Common Phrases and Expressions

Fifty-fifty:

In equal parts; sharing equally.

Fifty shades:

Referring to a variety or extensive range of options or varieties.

Fifty grand:

Slang for fifty thousand dollars.

Related Words

forty-nine:

The number preceding fifty.

fifty-one:

The number following fifty.

half a century:

A period of fifty years.

Slang Meanings of fifty

Meaning: Fifty cents.

Example Sentence: I need a fifty for the vending machine.

Meaning: Fifty grand (fifty thousand dollars).

Example Sentence: They paid fifty for the car.