a great many


a great many

A very large number of (people, things, etc.). A great many people have joined the protest to voice their concerns over increased taxes.See also: great, many

great many

see under good many. See also: great, many

a good/great many

very many; a lot: A good many people think she’s right. ♢ There are a great many places in the world I’d like to visit.See also: good, great, many