The definition of the number fourteen is a cardinal number that follows thirteen and precedes fifteen. It is an even composite number composed of two prime numbers multiplied together: seven and two, with 7 being the larger factor.

In mathematics, it is considered to be an important foundational building block for many other mathematical concepts such as arithmetic operations, fractions, decimals and more.

In religion or mythology fourteen has special significance in some cultures due to its connection with particular gods or symbols.

For example in Hinduism 14 represents Lord Shiva who symbolizes destruction before creation can begin anew; while Christianity associates this same numerical value with Christ’s passion on Good Friday when he was crucified at age 33 (14 years after his baptism).

In everyday life we use fourteen quite frequently without realizing it – from counting days until our birthdays arrive all way up through adulthood where we might count down weeks until vacation starts!

We also find ourselves relying on this digit when measuring time intervals like seconds minutes hours etc., which are all based upon divisions of sixty (which itself comes from multiplying together six times ten).

Finally fourteens importance extends into sports too where teams often have four players playing simultaneously during any given match-up – making them essential components for success within those respective games!