constant vs number

number vs constant

constant and number both are nouns.

constant is an adjective but number is not an adjective.

constant is not a verb while number is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
constant	Yes	Yes	No	No
number	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, number is a hypernym of constant; that is, number is a word with a broader meaning than constant:

constant: a number representing a quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context
number: a concept of quantity involving zero and units

constant (noun)	number (noun)
a quantity that does not vary	an item of clothing
a number representing a quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context	the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
	a clothing measurement
	one of a series published periodically
	a symbol used to represent a number
	a numeral or string of numerals that is used for identification and may be attached to accounts, memberships, etc.
	the number is used in calling a particular telephone
	a short performance that is part of a longer program
	the grammatical category for the forms of nouns and pronouns and verbs that are used depending on the number of entities involved (singular or dual or plural)
	a numbered item in a series
	a select company of people
	a concept of quantity involving zero and units

constant (adjective)	number (adjective)
steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection
uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
unvarying in nature

constant (verb)	number (verb)
	place a limit on the number of
	determine the number or amount of
	enumerate
	give numbers to
	add up in number or quantity
	put into a group

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