Word
iii
Definition
n. the number three written in Roman numerals. You often see this in lists, on old clocks, or at the end of book chapters.
n. the Roman numeral representation of the cardinal number three. Frequently used in outlining, formal sequencing, or to denote the third in a series of monarchs or popes.
Examples
“The answer is found in section iii of the report.”
“The clock face features traditional Roman numerals, with iii clearly marked on the right side.”
“In the formal outline of the dissertation, subsection iii addresses the specific methodology used to collect data during the second phase of the clinical trial.”
Examples
simple
“The answer is found in section iii of the report.”
contextual
“The clock face features traditional Roman numerals, with iii clearly marked on the right side.”
complex
“In the formal outline of the dissertation, subsection iii addresses the specific methodology used to collect data during the second phase of the clinical trial.”
Usage
Typically used in lower-case for page numbering in a book's preface or for sub-points in a list; upper-case (III) is used for titles and names.
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