What is another word for sixtieths?

Pronunciation: [sˈɪksti͡əθs] (IPA)

Sixtieths refers to a fractional part that represents one-sixtieth of a whole. There are several synonyms for this word, such as sixtieth part, 1/60th, or a single sexagesimal division. Another synonym for sixtieths is a minute, which is a unit of measurement of time or angle that is equal to one-sixtieth of an hour or a degree, respectively. In music, a sixtieth is also known as a hemidemisemiquaver, which is the shortest note value commonly used. Regardless of the context in which the word is used, these synonyms provide alternative ways of expressing the same fractional value.

What are the hypernyms for Sixtieths?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Sixtieths

The law on the subject, although frequently amended, is still based upon the Superannuation Act of 1859, which grants to "persons who shall have served in an established capacity in the permanent civil service of the state" for ten years, and retire at sixty years of age or by reason of infirmity, a pension equal to ten sixtieths of their final salary.
"The Government of England (Vol. I)"
A. Lawrence Lowell
For every additional year of service another sixtieth is added up to a maximum of forty sixtieths.
"The Government of England (Vol. I)"
A. Lawrence Lowell

Related words: sixtieths chart, sixtieths calculator, sixtieths to decimals, sixtieths in fractions, 30/sixtieths

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