Definition of eight
1 : a number that is one more than seven — see Table of Numbers
2 : the eighth in a set or series
the eight of spades
3 : something having eight units or members: such as
a : an 8-oared racing boat or its crew
b : an 8-cylinder engine or automobile
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The first known use of eight was before the 12th century
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