number two
noun
plural number twos
informal
: solid waste from the body : feces
—used euphemistically
So, why is the brand new pool off limits on such a busy day? Mia Venesky, 9, volunteered to explain the delicate dilemma. She said, "The pool is closed because someone went number two in the pool."—
Suzanne Goldklang
Suzanne GoldklangOnce a dog who has parvovirus goes number two on the ground, the disease stays there for about six years, according to Dr. Payne.—Kaylee Olivas
compare number one sense 2
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Property number two was a low-slung white-shingled house that was once the home of actor Gene Wilder.
—Claudia Williams, Architectural Digest, 18 June 2026
On Vivint’s list, Savannah came in number two overall as the best mid-size city to live in for 2026.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
One thing that was pretty clear in offseason program number two under head coach Ben Johnson, the offense is in a much better spot and Williams is more comfortable than last year.
—Matt Zahn, CBS News, 12 June 2026
The aged tequila is matured in char number two ex-bourbon barrels, much of which likely comes from Wild Turkey since that distillery is also owned by Campari, but the new Extra Añejo takes things a step further.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 6 June 2026
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Claudia Williams, Architectural Digest, 18 June 2026
On Vivint’s list, Savannah came in number two overall as the best mid-size city to live in for 2026.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
One thing that was pretty clear in offseason program number two under head coach Ben Johnson, the offense is in a much better spot and Williams is more comfortable than last year.
—Matt Zahn, CBS News, 12 June 2026
The aged tequila is matured in char number two ex-bourbon barrels, much of which likely comes from Wild Turkey since that distillery is also owned by Campari, but the new Extra Añejo takes things a step further.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 6 June 2026
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“Number two.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/number%20two. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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