zillion

noun zil·lion \ˈzil-yən\

: a very large number

Full Definition of ZILLION

: an indeterminately large number <zillions of mosquitoes>

— zil·lionth \-yən(t)th\ adjective

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z + -illion (as in million)

First Known Use: 1934

ZILLION Defined for Kids

noun zil·lion \ˈzil-yən\

: an extremely large number <zillions of ants>

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