Word: Page Number
Definition:
The term "page number" refers to the number assigned to a specific page in a book, document, or any written material. It helps readers find information easily by telling them which page to look at.
Usage Instructions:
You use "page number" when talking about where to find something in a written work. For example, if you want someone to look for information on a certain page, you would say, "Please turn to page 5," meaning you want them to look at the page that has the number 5 on it.
Example:
- "The page number for the table of contents is page 3." - "You can find the recipe on page 10."
Advanced Usage:
In academic writing, page numbers are important for citations. For instance, when referencing a specific idea from a book, you might write: "According to Smith (2020, p. 15), the results were conclusive." Here, "p. 15" indicates the page number.
Word Variants:
- Page (noun): The flat piece of paper in a book. - Number (noun): A mathematical value or position in a sequence.
Different Meaning:
While "page number" specifically refers to the number on pages, "page" alone can also mean: - A side of a sheet of paper (e.g., "the front page of a newspaper"). - To "page" someone can mean to call them, especially on a pager or phone.
Synonyms:
- Page identifier - Folio number (more formal, often used in legal or historical contexts)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
There aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "page number," but here are a couple related to reading and referencing: - "Turn the page": This means to move to the next page in a book. It can also mean to move on from a situation in life. - Example: "After the difficult times, she decided it was time to turn the page and start anew."