dozens

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Noun dozen has 1 sense

twelve, 12, XII, dozen - the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
--₁ is a kind of large indefinite quantity, large indefinite amount; large integer; large indefinite quantity, large indefinite amount; large integer
--₁ has particulars: boxcars

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Term: Dozens

Noun:

1. A numerical value equal to twelve.

Example: I bought dozens of apples at the grocery store.

Usage:

1. We often use "dozens" to refer to a quantity of twelve.

Example: She baked dozens of cookies for the party.

Adjective:

1. Referring to a large but unspecified number or quantity.

Example: The store has dozens of different flavors of ice cream.

Usage:

1. The adjective form of "dozens" is commonly used to describe a large number or quantity

Example: There are dozens of people waiting in line for the concert.

Adverb:

1. To a great extent or in large quantities.

Example: The crowd cheered dozens as the team scored the winning goal.

Usage:

1. When used as an adverb, "dozens" emphasizes a large extent or quantity.

Example: They have been practicing dozens to perfect their performance.

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