a lot

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   A large amount.

   • I have a lot of things to say.
   • A whole lot of water is flowing from under the sink.
   • Jay's seeing a lot of Linda lately.
2. 2

   Many things, much.

   • A lot depends on whether your parents agree.
3. 3

   Very much

   Very much; a great deal; to a large extent.

   • Thanks a lot for listening to me.
   • It's a lot harder than it looks.
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   1. 4

      Often

      Often; frequently.

      • I go swimming a lot.
   2. 5

      Difficult to handle emotionally.

      • Yeah, it's a lot.
   3. 6

      too much, busy.

   4. 7

      dramatic, extra.

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