Seven-sevenths

Seven-sevenths represents the complete and absolute totality of something. It signifies a whole, equivalent to the number one (1), or 100% of a given quantity or entity. It is the fractional representation of a whole entity where the numerator (7) and the denominator (7) are equal. This signifies the absence of any part missing, the completeness of the whole, and there is nothing lacking.

Seven-sevenths meaning with examples

• The baker used seven-sevenths of the flour, indicating he used the entire bag to make the bread. He had no more flour to spare. This showed his complete use of the available amount to produce his product. Nothing was left.
• The project team delivered the software to seven-sevenths completion, meaning it was fully completed. The testing had been done and there was nothing more to do. The deliverables included the required coding and documentation.
• After the meal, the diner expressed feeling seven-sevenths full. He'd eaten everything on his plate; consuming every last bite with enjoyment, leaving no remnants and leaving him very satisfied.
• The contract specified that seven-sevenths of the payment was to be delivered after the final completion of the assignment. Therefore, the payment of the final portion was to be made once the work was done.