twenty-odd

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Twenty-Odd

Definition:

Twenty-odd is an idiomatic phrase used to indicate an approximate or imprecise quantity slightly exceeding or close to twenty.

Senses:

Adjective:

Approximately twenty or slightly more than twenty.
Slightly strange or unusual.

Adverb:

Somewhat or approximately twenty in number or quantity.
In a slightly unusual or peculiar way.

Examples:

Adjective Usage:

She has invited twenty-odd people to her birthday party.
He had been away from home for twenty-odd days.
The house had a twenty-odd-year history of paranormal activities.

Adverb Usage:

They have twenty-odd apples in that basket.
He was standing twenty-odd feet away from me.
She danced twenty-odd to the music, displaying her unique style.

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