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''before a countable noun:'' A large, indefinite number of. +

''before a countable noun:'' (in combinations such as 'as many', 'so many', 'this many') {{n-g|Used to indicate, demonstrate or compare the number of people or things.}}

A large, indefinite number of people or things.

A multitude; a great aggregate; a mass of people; the generality; the common herd. +

A considerable number. +

Existing in large number; numerous.