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Few Definition & Meaning

few
adjective
  1. a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `a'; a small but indefinite number; "a few weeks ago"; "a few more wagons than usual"; "an invalid's pleasures are few and far between"; "few roses were still blooming"; "few women have led troops in battle"
noun
  1. a small elite group; "it was designed for the discriminating few"

"Few" in song lyrics

See how few is used in real songs:

  • "A pair like us you'll only find a few"
    3 Melancholy Gypsies — Beautiful Mind
  • "and run for 4 and a few"
    51.50 — Stuck in the Game
  • "Captivator of the cuties, understood by few"
    The 7A3 — Drums of Steel

Words that rhyme with few

Usage tips for "few"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "few" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for few to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does few mean?
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `a'; a small but indefinite number; "a few weeks ago"; "a few more wagons than usual"; "an invalid's pleasures are few and far between"; "few roses were still blooming"; "few women have led troops in battle" a small elite group; "it was designed for the discriminating few"
What part of speech is few?
Few is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does few have?
Few has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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