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Mega is a unit prefix in metric systems of units denoting a factor of one million (10 6 or 1 000 000). It has the unit symbol M . It was confirmed for use in the International System of Units (SI) in 1960.
Several technical numerical prefixes are not derived from words for numbers. (mega-is not derived from a number word, for example.) Similarly, some are only derived from words for numbers inasmuch as they are word play. (Peta-is word play on penta-, for example. See its etymology for details.)
In other words, game changes for Mega Millions (46 members) or 2by2 (three members) must be approved by all lotteries offering that game before a new format is implemented. Game changes often are made in hopes of increasing a game's membership.
The biggest Mega Millions jackpot to date was $1.602 billion in August 2023. There was one winning ticket, sold in Florida. Here is a list of the other top jackpot totals, courtesy of Mega Millions:
Latin/Greek Language English Example Search for titles containing the word or using the prefix: acanthus etc.: G ἄκανθος (ákanthos): thorny, spiny: Acanthus plant; Parorchis acanthus, a flatworm
Match 4 + Mega Ball: Match four numbers and the Mega Ball to win $10,000. The odds of winning are one in 931,001. Match 4: Match four numbers to win $500. The odds of winning are one in 38,792.
Mega Millions, Powerball: What to do if you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot Mega Millions numbers 3/26/24 Tuesday night's winning numbers were 7, 11, 22, 29, 38, and the Mega Ball was 4.
A non-standard but widely used abbreviation for one million (1,000,000) years, using the metric prefix M (for "Mega") to indicate a quantity of one million. When not otherwise qualified, it usually indicates 1,000,000 years Before Present (or 1,000,000 years ago). mafic A silicate mineral or rock that is rich in magnesium and iron. A mnemonic ...