Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lion's share

Phrase

/ˈlaɪ.ənz ʃɛr/

Definition

The lion’s share refers to the largest part of something, often used in the context of a distribution or division of resources.

Examples

After the negotiations, she ended up with the lion’s share of the profits.
The lion’s share of the responsibility for the project fell on the team leader.
In the election, the candidate received the lion’s share of votes from young voters.

Meaning

The term suggests that just as a lion is the largest and most powerful animal in the wild, it takes the most significant portion of prey. Metaphorically, it implies that one party takes or receives the most considerable benefit or portion of something.