eight

[eɪt]

eight Definition

• 1. the number equivalent to the sum of one and seven; one more than seven and one less than nine
• 2. a group or unit of eight individuals

Using eight: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "eight" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  There are eight planets in our solar system.

• Example

  The octopus has eight tentacles.

• Example

  I need eight eggs for this recipe.

eight Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for eight

• octet
• octad
• eighter

Phrases with eight

• behind the eight ball

  in a difficult or disadvantageous position

  Example

  After losing his job, he found himself behind the eight ball.

• figure eight

  a shape that is formed by two loops that cross each other and look like the numeral 8

  Example

  She drew a figure eight on the paper.

• eight to the bar

  a fast-paced style of music played with eight beats per measure

  Example

  The band played an eight-to-the-bar rhythm that got everyone dancing.

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Summary: eight in Brief

'Eight' [eɪt] is a noun that refers to the number that comes after seven and before nine. It can also refer to a group of eight individuals. Examples include 'There are eight planets in our solar system.' and 'I need eight eggs for this recipe.' Phrases include 'behind the eight ball,' meaning in a difficult position, 'figure eight,' referring to a shape, and 'eight to the bar,' a fast-paced style of music.