Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cinque

noun
/sɪŋk/
Definition
Cinque refers to the number five, especially in a context related to a sequence or arrangement.
Examples
  • The cinque is a fundamental number in many games, such as poker, where hand values may be expressed using this term.
  • In music, the term ‘cinque’ may refer to a composition consisting of five parts or movements.
Meaning
The term cinque is derived from the Italian word for five and is often used in various contexts such as music, games, and other arrangements to signify the quantity of five.
Synonyms
  • five
  • quintet
  • fiver