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niner

American  
[nahy-ner] / ˈnaɪ nər /

noun

Slang.

  1. nine.

Etymology

Origin of niner

nine + -er 1

Example Sentences

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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 • Aug. 23, 2019

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

From Salon • Jun. 27, 2015

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

From Salon • Jun. 27, 2015

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