The Twelve

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Twelve \Twelve\, n.
   1. The number next following eleven; the sum of ten and two,
      or of twice six; twelve units or objects; a dozen.
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   2. A symbol representing twelve units, as 12, or xii.
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   {The Twelve} (Script.), the twelve apostles. --Matt. xxvi.
      20.
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