-
- To save this word, you'll need to log in.
Examples of serial number in a Sentence
the serial number of a computer
Recent Examples on the Web
The initial charges Routh faced in a criminal complaint accused him of illegally possessing his gun in spite of multiple felony convictions and with possessing a firearm with an obliterated serial number.
—Eric Tucker, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2024
The jury indicted him on charges of possessing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence, felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number.
—Rebecca Falconer, Axios, 24 Sep. 2024
Each will bear a true serial number between CSX2900 and CSX2909, plus a Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin (MSO).
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
The gun was loaded with 11 rounds, according to court filings, and the serial number on the rifle was obliterated and unreadable.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 23 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for serial number
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'serial number.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Word History
First Known Use
1838, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near serial number
Cite this Entry
“Serial number.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/serial%20number. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.
Kids Definition
serial number
noun
: a number showing place in a series and used as a means of identification
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share