zillion

noun

zil·​lion ˈzil-yən How to pronounce zillion (audio)
: an indeterminately large number
zillions of mosquitoes
zillionth adjective

Examples of zillion in a Sentence

I have a zillion chores to finish before we can leave.
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Word History

Etymology

z + -illion (as in million)

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of zillion was in 1934

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“Zillion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zillion. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

zillion

noun
zil·​lion ˈzil-yən How to pronounce zillion (audio)
: a large number
zillions of ants

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