The phrase "verse number" refers to the specific position or location of a line or section of poetry within a poem. It helps identify and locate a particular verse within the larger context of a poem. Full definition
Oh btw NP, I read yesterday that in the Greek, the verse about how Jesus made himself the lowest of the low and a slave etc. «not considering equality with God something to be grasped at» (sorry no good at remembering verse numbers, but you'll know the one) actually says that he stripped himself naked. (nakedpastor.com)
I don't have chapter and verse numbers memorized, so again I had to research before writing this. (redeeminggod.com)
Each gospel manuscript, the creators say, is meant to capture the unique voice of its author, is formatted like a regular book (without verse numbers or footnotes) and is designed to be easy to take with you wherever you go. (relevantmagazine.com)