Meaning & use

VII

number·Academic

The Roman numeral that represents the number seven, as used in dates, names, and outlines.

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The king's title, Henry VII, appears in Roman numerals on the old portrait's frame.

Chapter VII of the manuscript begins with a description of the harbor at dawn.

A note on using this word

Roman numerals like VII are still used for chapter numbers, clock faces, and the names of monarchs or popes.

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