Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

large-number-of

phrase
lɑrdʒ ˈnʌmbər ʌv
Definition
A phrase used to describe a significant quantity of items, people, or occurrences.
Examples
  • There are a large number of participants in the study.
  • A large number of people attended the concert last night.
  • We received a large number of applications for the job position.
Meaning
The term ‘large-number-of’ refers to a substantial amount that is often too great to count individually or is significant in a particular context.
Synonyms
  • many
  • numerous
  • a great deal of
  • an abundance of
  • a considerable number of