eights

Eights are the plural form of the number eight, used when referring to more than one instance of eight or to items labeled with the number 8. The number eight is the integer that follows seven and precedes nine.

In mathematics, eight is the first non-trivial cube of two, written as 2^3, and it is an even composite number. In positional numeral systems, eight is represented as 8 in base-10, as 1000 in binary, and as 10 in octal. It is notable as a power of two and as a divisor of many common measures and scales.

In computing and digital systems, eight bits form a byte, a fundamental unit for representing data. This standard underpins many architectural and memory-related conventions, with sizes and data pathways often organized around multiples or powers of two near eight.

Culturally, the number eight holds symbolic significance in various contexts. In some East Asian cultures, it is considered lucky and associated with wealth and prosperity due to phonetic similarities with words for fortune or growth.

In sports, the term eight refers to a rowing boat crewed by eight rowers plus a coxswain, commonly called an eight or 8+. The eight is known for its speed and rhythmic coordination; a coxless eight (8−) exists as well.

Overall, eights encompass mathematical, computational, cultural, and sporting contexts, illustrating how a single number can arise across diverse domains.