Nth

/ɛnθ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
referring to an unspecified member of a series or sequence, often used in mathematical contexts.
To find the nth term of the sequence, we need to apply the formula.
used to indicate an indefinitely large number.
He has asked me to move this box for the nth time today.
pertaining to the position in a sequence based on an ordinal number.
She finished in the nth place in the competition, but she was proud of her effort.

Etymology

Derived from the letter 'n', used in mathematics to denote a variable term.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to the nth degree:
To the maximum extent; to the highest level.
nth power:
The value of a number raised to an exponent of 'n'.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Used humorously to signify a large, but indefinite, number.
I've told you to clean your room for the nth time!
Representing something done repeatedly or excessively.
This is my nth attempt to get it right.