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multitude

Definitions of multitude
  1. noun
    a large number
    synonyms: grand nombre
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    type of:
    nombre
    the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
  2. noun
    a large indefinite number
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    type of:
    grande quantité indéfinie
    an indefinite quantity that is above the average in size or magnitude
  3. noun
    an ill-structured collection of similar things (objects or people)
    synonyms: foule
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    types:
    tignasse
    a bushy thick mass (especially hair)
    type of:
    accumulation, amoncellement
    several things grouped together or considered as a whole
  4. noun
    a very large number (especially of people)
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    type of:
    grand nombre
    a large number
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