six

A1 · Beginner Uncountable noun

n. the time of 6:00, either in the morning or the evening.

n. the sixth hour after midnight or noon.

“We agreed to meet for dinner at six outside the restaurant.”

“The shift change occurs promptly at six, requiring the outgoing staff to provide a comprehensive briefing to their replacements.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Sports

n. a hit in cricket where the ball goes over the boundary without touching the ground, scoring six runs.

n. a scoring shot in cricket where the ball crosses the boundary on the full, resulting in six runs.

“The crowd cheered when the batsman hit a massive six into the stands.”

“Needing twelve runs from the final two deliveries, the captain struck a magnificent six to keep his team's hopes alive.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Slang · Informal

n. the area directly behind you.

n. the position directly behind a person or vehicle, derived from the twelve-hour clock face.

“Watch your six while we move through this crowded area.”

“The pilot alerted his wingman to check his six, fearing an unidentified aircraft was approaching from the rear.”