12

Definitions of 12
  1. noun
    the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
    synonyms: XII, dozen, twelve
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    types:
    boxcars
    (usually plural) an expression used when two dice are thrown and both come up showing six spots
    type of:
    large integer
    an integer equal to or greater than ten
  2. adjective
    denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units
    synonyms: dozen, twelve, xii
    cardinal
    being or denoting a numerical quantity but not order
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