Bates number is a term that refers to a unique numbering system used to identify and track documents in a legal setting. However, there are alternative words that can be used to describe this system, including "Bates stamp," "Bates label," and "Bates coding." Each of these terms is used interchangeably with Bates number and serves to denote a specific sequence of numbers that are applied to documents to track them throughout the litigation process. Additionally, terms such as "exhibit number," "control number," and "document number" may be used to describe this system in non-legal settings.