Dozen

usgb/ˈdʌzn/
noun

A group or set of twelve.

He bought a dozen apples at the market.
Visual representation of "dozen" - A group or set of twelve.

Often appears as...

  • a dozen eggs
  • a dozen roses
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Visual representation of "dozen"
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Precise Quantity

Used when you need to specify exactly twelve items, not more, not less.

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She ordered a dozen cupcakes for the party.
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Fixed Expressions

Commonly paired with certain items like 'eggs' or 'roses' to indicate a standard pack or bundle.

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He gifted her a dozen red roses on Valentine's Day.
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Grouping

Use 'dozen' to make counting larger quantities simpler by grouping them into twelves.

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The bakery sold cookies by the dozen.
Visual representation of the word "Dozen"

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