twenty-two

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twen·ty-two | \ ˈtwen-tē-ˈtü

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Definition of twenty-two

1 : a number that is one more than 21 — see Table of Numbers

2 : a .22-caliber firearm especially : one firing rimfire cartridges —usually written .22

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The first known use of twenty-two was in 1526

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twenty-two

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English Language Learners Definition of twenty-two

: a gun that fires small bullets

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