third

Meaning of third in English

Adjective

1. that which comes after second and before fourth; next after the second

2. in the 3rd place or rank

"What is the third populous country in the world?" "the United States."

Noun

1. 3rd in numbering order

Today is May 3rd.

2. the 3rd person or thing

3. one of 3 equal parts of something; one third(1/3)

I ate two thirds of the pizza.