- 1used with plural nouns and a plural verb to mean “not many” Few people understand the difference. There seem to be fewer tourists around this year. Very few students learn Latin now.
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- 2a few used with plural nouns and a plural verb to mean “a small number,” “some” We've had a few replies. I need a few things from the store. I try to visit my parents every few weeks. Idioms
not frequent; not happening often
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