Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dozen
Noun
ˈdʌzən
Definition
A dozen is a quantity that equals twelve items, usually used to count things like eggs, pastries, or other similar items.
Examples
- She bought a dozen eggs for the recipe.
- He received a dozen roses on his birthday.
- The baker made a dozen donuts for the sale.
Meaning
The term ‘dozen’ refers to a group of twelve. It is commonly used in everyday language to talk about quantities in an organized way.
Synonyms
- 12
- 12 items
- twelve
