Definition of «gazillion»

The term gazillion is a humorous way to express an extremely large number, often used in colloquial language. It is not an actual numerical value but rather a slang term that means a very large amount or countless numbers. The origin of the word is uncertain, but it has been used since at least the early 20th century and gained popularity through its use in cartoons and children's literature.

Sentences with «gazillion»

  • For example, the warming of the deep oceans over the last 50 years is described in terms of gazillions of joules (which sounds impressive) rather than what was actually measured... hundredths of a degree (not so impressive). (globalclimatescam.com)
  • Moreover, it's hard to imagine more dispositive proof that humor and superheroing are compatible than the ongoing mega-success of Marvel Studios, which has ridden a light comic touch to approximately one gazillion dollars in box office over the past several years. (theatlantic.com)
  • In food, vitamin A shows up in hundreds of different forms and along with gazillions of other molecules that affect their absorption and metabolism in ways we can't even begin to understand. (clearskinforever.net)
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