numbering (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈnʌmbərɪŋ/

Definition

The act or process of assigning a number or numbers to items in a sequence or collection.

Examples

• The numbering of the pages in the book was done automatically by the software.

• Students found the numbering system for the exam questions confusing.

• Correct numbering is essential for organizing files in a large archive.

How to Use numbering

numbering system (collocation)

A method or scheme used for assigning numbers. — "The library uses a complex numbering system for its vast collection."

numbering scheme (collocation)

A specific plan or design for numbering. — "They implemented a new numbering scheme for their product inventory."

Synonyms of numbering

Words with a similar meaning to numbering:

• enumeration
• pagination
• sequencing
• indexing

Antonyms of numbering

Words with the opposite meaning to numbering:

• disorder
• randomness

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