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The term "dozen" comes from the Old French word "dozaine," which means a group of twelve. This grouping has historical roots, as the number twelve has been used for counting and measuring in various cultures due to its divisibility by multiple smaller integers (1, 2, 3, 4, 6). Additionally, in commerce and trade, grouping items in dozens simplifies counting and packaging. Thus, a dozen consistently refers to twelve items.

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