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Meaning of quantity

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

quantity

Pronunciation:/ˈkwɑndədi//ˈkwɒn.tɪ.ti//ˈkwɑn(t)ɨti/

noun

Definitions

  1. A fundamental, generic term used when referring to the measurement (count, amount) of a scalar, vector, number of items or to some other way of denominating the value of a collection or group of items.

    Example: You have to choose between quantity and quality.

  2. An indefinite amount of something.

    Example: Olive oil can be used practically in any quantity.

  3. A specific measured amount.

    Example: Generally it should not be used in a quantity larger than 15 percent.

  4. A considerable measure or amount.

    Example: The Boeing P-26A was the first all-metal monoplane fighter produced in quantity for the U.S. Army Air Corps.