First Known Use: 15th century
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numerous
adjective nu·mer·ous \ˈnüm-rəs, ˈnü-mə-; ˈnyüm-, ˈnyü-mə-\
: existing in large numbers
Full Definition of NUMEROUS
: consisting of great numbers of units or individuals <born into a numerous family>; also : many <received numerous complaints>
— nu·mer·ous·ly adverb
— nu·mer·ous·ness noun
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Origin of NUMEROUS
Middle English, from Latin numerosus, from numerus
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NUMEROUS Defined for Kids
numerous
adjective nu·mer·ous \ˈnü-mə-rəs, ˈnyü-\
Definition of NUMEROUS for Kids
: consisting of a large number : many <She has numerous friends.>
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