number three
"Number three" holds diverse meanings across mathematics, symbolism, and culture, representing a quantity, a position, and various symbolic interpretations.
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Definition
A1Mathematics
(general)The numeral representing the quantity that is one more than two.
Example
- There are three apples on the table.
A2Sequences
(general)The position or rank that comes after second in a sequence.
Example
- She finished the race in third place.
B2Cricket
(sports)The batsman who bats third.
Example
- He is the number three in the batting lineup.
B2Symbolism
(spiritual, numerology)Associated with creativity, wholeness, and spiritual rebirth.
Example
- In numerology, three is seen as a symbol of harmony and creativity.
B2Biblical
(religious)Represents completeness and divine intervention.
Example
- The concept of the Holy Trinity involves the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
Similar
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