five

five · numeral

imported

Definitions

numeral

  1. 1.

    The number equivalent to the sum of two and three; one more than four.

  2. 2.

    The number 5.

  3. 3.

    A five-dollar bill or five-pound note.

  4. 4.

    A group of five people or things.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    high five — A celebratory hand gesture.
  • •
    take five — To take a short break.
  • •
    nine to five — Regular working hours.
  • •
    give me five — A request for a high five.
  • •
    five-star — Of the highest quality.
  • •
    fifth wheel — An unnecessary person.

Related words

See also: fifth, four, number, six

Etymology

From Old English fīf, from Proto-Germanic fimf, from Proto-Indo-European pénkʷe ("five").