niner

[ nahy-ner ]

noun

, Slang.

1. nine.

Word History and Origins

Origin of niner¹

nine + -er ¹

Example Sentences

On the roster: China counterpunches on tariffs, recession fears grow - Moulton departs, warns Dems on left lurch - Pompeo, eying possible Senate run, nuzzles donors - Audible: Did we catch a niner in there?

From Fox News

I find the niner to be occasionally indecisive.

From New York Times

“Marathon ground control, this is November niner niner, eight zero Delta, requesting clearance for take-off.”

From Salon

“This is Marathon ground control. November niner niner, eight zero Delta, you are clear for take- off.”

From Salon