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Count

noun

1.

The total number counted.

2.

The act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order. Synonyms: counting, enumeration, numeration, reckoning, tally.

3.

A nobleman (in various countries) having rank equal to a British earl.

verb

(past & past part. counted; pres. part. counting)

1.

Determine the number or amount of. Synonyms: enumerate, number, numerate. "Count your change"

2.

Have weight; have import, carry weight. Synonyms: matter, weigh.

3.

Show consideration for; take into account. Synonyms: consider, weigh. "The judge considered the offender's youth and was lenient"

4.

Name or recite the numbers in ascending order.

5.

Put into a group. Synonym: number.

6.

Include as if by counting.

7.

Have a certain value or carry a certain weight.

8.

Have faith or confidence in. Synonyms: bet, calculate, depend, look, reckon. "Look to your friends for support" , "You can bet on that!" , "Depend on your family in times of crisis"

9.

Take account of. Synonym: reckon. "Count on the monsoon"

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