plurality
IPA: pɫɝˈæɫɪti
noun
- (uncountable) The state of being plural.
- (ecclesiastical) The holding of multiple benefices.
- (countable) A state of being numerous.
- (countable) A number or part of a whole which is greater than any other number or part, but not necessarily a majority.
- (countable) A number of votes for a single candidate or position which is greater than the number of votes gained by any other single candidate or position voted for, but which is less than a majority of valid votes cast.
- (countable) A margin by which a number exceeds another number, especially of votes.
- (countable) A group of many entities: a large number.
- (countable) A group composed of more than one entity.
- (of spouses) Polygamy.
- (psychology) The condition of a single body/person displaying multiple distinct personas.
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Examples of "plurality" in Sentences
- In operation, a plurality of rays is identified.
- A plurality of forms of the interlock are provided.
- Plurality was the key to the longevity of the Empire.
- The richness of plurality and diversity will only be increased in the future.
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