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noun

digit

DIJ-it/ˈdɪdʒɪt/

A single symbol representing a number from zero through nine.

The wooden digit 7 rests on the table.

A single large numeral 7 made as a plain wooden counting piece resting on a table.
Etymology
digitLatinfinger or toe

The connection between a finger and a numeral comes from counting on fingers. Latin digitus already had counting-related senses, providing the bridge to a single numeral below ten.

In context

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… get a single digit number for example ten will become one plus zero equals one twenty-seven will become two plus seven equals nine …
Numerology For Beginners: Numerology Explained Step By Step [Divided in Chapters]

More examples

  • The last digit of my phone number is zero.
  • Enter all six digits of the security code.
  • Changing one digit turns 125 into 128.

Forms

digit · digits

Similar words

numeral
A written number symbol, not necessarily limited to zero through nine.
number
Names a quantity or value, which may require several digits.