quantity

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈkwɑndədi/
/ˈkwɒn.tɪ.ti/
/ˈkwɑn(t)ɨti/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

A fundamental, generic term used when referring to the measurement (count, amount) of a scalar, vector, number of items or to some other way of denominating the value of a collection or group of items.

Example Sentences
  • You have to choose between quantity and quality.
2 Definition

An indefinite amount of something.

Example Sentences
  • Olive oil can be used practically in any quantity.
3 Definition

A specific measured amount.

Example Sentences
  • Generally it should not be used in a quantity larger than 15 percent.
4 Definition

A considerable measure or amount.

Example Sentences
  • The Boeing P-26A was the first all-metal monoplane fighter produced in quantity for the U.S. Army Air Corps.
5 Definition

Property of a phenomenon, body, or substance, where the property has a magnitude that can be expressed as number and a reference.

6 Definition

Indicates that the entire preceding expression is henceforth considered a single object.

Example Sentences
  • x plus y quantity squared equals x squared plus 2xy plus y squared.