eights
word · lemma: eight
Definition
"Eights" is the plural of "eight." It can refer to the numbers, groups of eight, or especially to a rowing boat for eight people.
Usage & Nuances
Common in sports contexts, especially rowing: 'eights' refers to boats or races with eight rowers. As a regular plural, also means multiple groups or instances of eight. Not used as a general plural for 'eight' in math; it's usually context-driven.
Example Sentences
The teacher asked us to count in eights.
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I'm better at eights than at fours when it comes to rowing.
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We had to split into eights because there were so many people on the trip.
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There are two eights racing on the river today.
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We made groups of eights for the class project.
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The university's men's and women's eights both qualified for nationals.
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