Words / A1

THURD/θɜːd/

Third is 3rd — the one after second: the third floor, her third child. Three is the number 3; third is the position. First, second, third is the set. In dates: the third of March.

Meaning

3rd; the one after second.

Examples

• “This is my third cup of tea.”
• “This is the third time I have called.”
• “Their office is on the third floor.”

Good to know

3rd; after second. Number: three. Date: the third of + month.

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