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six

1. the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

2. a numeral, 6, VI, etc., representing this number

3. something representing, represented by, or consisting of six units, such as a playing card with six symbols on it

4. Cricket

a. a stroke in which the ball crosses the boundary without bouncing

b. the six runs scored for such a stroke

5. a division of a Brownie Guide or Cub Scout pack

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What does it mean when you dream about the number six?

In numerology the number six represents harmony and peacemaking qualities.

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