ornamentaldigit
nounUK /ˌɔːnəˈmɛntəl ˈdɪdʒɪt/
US /ˌɔːrnəˈmɛntəl ˈdɪdʒɪt/
A fancy number used just for decoration.
The old clock had ornamental digits painted in gold.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A number-shaped decoration on a building or object.
The gate was covered with ornamental digits.
3. A digit in a typeface designed mainly for beauty rather than easy reading.
The invitation used ornamental digits for the year.
4. A small decorative finger-like shape in art or design.
The vase had ornamental digits along its rim.