indefinite number

noun

, Mathematics.

1. a variable or unspecified number.

Example Sentences

And B cells, when infected with EBV, become immortalized -- that is, the cells are no longer constrained by senescence, so they can continue to divide an indefinite number of times -- as "lymphoblastoid cell lines," or LCLs.

From Science Daily

“If you can’t get the average American to wear a mask to the grocery store, it’s a little myopic to tell gay men that they need to stay home and not have sex for an indefinite number of months” until the vaccine is rolled out, said Dr. Timothy M. Hall, a health sciences assistant clinical professor in UCLA’s Center for Behavioral and Addiction Medicine.

From Los Angeles Times

It is now authorized to add an indefinite number without first seeking the S.E.C.’s blessing.

From New York Times

“The ability for the same share to be shorted an indefinite number of times is somewhat of a pathology and that should be fixed,” said Robinhood Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev.

From Reuters

Losing George for an indefinite number of games adds an extra playmaking burden to a roster whose lack of a so-called pure point guard has been considered its weakness despite a 17-6 start to the sesaon.

From Los Angeles Times