Meaning of the word count in English

What does count mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

count

US /kaʊnt/
UK /kaʊnt/
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Verb

1.

determine the total number of a collection of items

Example:
Can you count how many apples are in the basket?
The children learned to count from one to ten.
2.

take into account; include

Example:
Don't forget to count me in for the trip.
Every vote will count in the election.

Noun

1.

the act of counting

Example:
The teacher asked for a quick count of the students present.
We need to get an accurate count of the inventory.
2.

a point or charge in an indictment or legal declaration

Example:
He was found guilty on two counts of fraud.
The prosecution added another count to the indictment.
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