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umpteenth

The correct spelling is umpteenth.

How to pronounce umpteenth

/ˈʌmp.tiːnθ/
adjective

IPA: /ˈʌmp.tiːnθ/

Say it like: Ump-tee-nth

The correct spelling is umpteenth. (often slightly derogatory) Occurring in a relatively large but unspecified position in a sequence. For example: "That's the umpteenth time I've had to tell him not to swear in front of the children."

Usage Examples

That's the umpteenth time I've had to tell him not to swear in front of the children.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.(often slightly derogatory) Occurring in a relatively large but unspecified position in a sequence.

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