eighth

noun

ˈātth 

ˈāth

plural eighths ˈāt(th)s 

ˈāths

1

: one that is number eight in a series

the eighth of the month

see Table of Numbers

2

: one of eight equal parts of something

one eighth of a pie

an eighth of a pound

3

: eighth note

4

: octave

He contrasted himself with Elton John, who complained that his chubby hands could only reach an eighth, which was a hindrance to his piano technique (though clearly he overcame the problem).

—Susan Wyndham

eighth adjective or adverb

the eighth person in line

the country's eighth largest city

Examples of eighth in a Sentence

one eighth of the pie

An eighth of a pound is two ounces.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Olympic team gold medal was Biles’ eighth at a Games, more than any other American in history. —Kyle Feldscher, CNN, 30 July 2024

But about 15% of our customer base owns multiple eighths. —Jane Thier, Fortune, 6 May 2024

Seeded eighth, Victor finished first in his group, which featured two Japanese and one Chinese opponent. —Staff and Wire Reports, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Aug. 2024

Right-hander Sean Reid-Foley pitched a perfect eighth to set up the save for Diaz. —Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 14 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1557, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing eighth

• eighth note
• eighth rest

Kids Definition

eighth

noun

ˈātth 

plural eighths ˈāt(th)s 

: one that is number eight in a series see number

eighth adjective or adverb