Meaning & Definition of word "Multitude"

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    Multitude

    /ˈmʌl.tɪ.tjuːd/

    noun:

    • 1. A large number of people or things.
      • Example: The concert attracted a multitude of fans from all over the country.
    • 2. The state of being numerous.
      • Example: A multitude of stars filled the night sky.
    • 3. An assembly or crowd of people.
      • Example: The multitude gathered in the square to hear the speaker.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'multitudo', meaning 'greatness, abundance'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a multitude of:

    A large number of things or people.

    multitude of options:

    A wide variety of choices.

    in the midst of a multitude:

    Surrounded by a large crowd.

    Related Words

    numerous:

    Consisting of many items; a large quantity.

    plethora:

    An excess or overabundance of something.

    crowd:

    A large number of people gathered together.

    Slang Meanings of multitude

    Meaning: A ton of people

    Example Sentence: There were a ton of people at the concert last night.

    Meaning: Loads of options

    Example Sentence: We've got loads of options for dinner tonight.