2 entries under this word

Eighth

Eighth, a.

adjective

(āth), a. [A-S. eahtodha, Goth. ahtuda.] 1. Next in order after the seventh. 2. Consisting of one of eight equal parts into which any thing is divided.

Eighth, n.

noun

(āth), n. 1. The quotient of a unit divided by eight; one of eight equal parts; an eighth part. 2. (Mus.) The interval of an octave.