Eleven — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /i-ˈle-vən/ elev·en

Meaning & Definition of Eleven

Eleven (noun)

  1. a number that is one more than 10
  2. the 11th in a set or series
  3. something having 11 units or members; especially, a football team

Word Forms of Eleven

Derived words: eleven (adjective), eleventh (adjective or noun)

Origin & Etymology of Eleven

Middle English enleven, from enleven, adjective, from Old English endleofan, from end- (alteration of ān one) + -leofan; akin to Old English lēon to lend one, loan

First known use: before 12th century

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Words & Phrases Containing Eleven

Frequently Asked Questions about Eleven

What does "Eleven" mean?

"Eleven" means a number that is one more than 10. As a noun, it is defined as: a number that is one more than 10. It has 3 distinct senses.

Is "Eleven" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Eleven" is a noun.

Is "Eleven" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Eleven" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Eleven"?

"Eleven" is pronounced /i-ˈle-vən/ and divided into syllables as elev·en.

What is the origin of the word "Eleven"?

"Eleven" comes from Middle English enleven, from enleven, adjective, from Old English endleofan, from end- (alteration of ān one) + -leofan; akin to Old English lēon to lend one, loan. First known use: before 12th century.

What CEFR level is "Eleven"?

"Eleven" is an A1-level word in SophDict's CEFR vocabulary lists, which group English words from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).

What topics is "Eleven" used in?

"Eleven" is commonly used in topics such as Numbers & Quantities.

What words are derived from "Eleven"?

Words derived from "Eleven" include eleven (adjective) and eleventh (adjective or noun).