Three-fourths (Noun)
Meaning
Three of four equal parts; "three-fourths of a pound".
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The recipe calls for three-fourths of a cup of sugar to be mixed with the flour.
- The athlete was able to complete three-fourths of the marathon before pulling out due to injury.
- Three-fourths of the class had already turned in their assignments by the deadline.
- The construction team had finished three-fourths of the building's framework before the winter break.
- The hikers had climbed three-fourths of the mountain before setting up camp for the night.