a couple of

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Adjective a couple of has 1 sense

a few, a couple of - more than one but indefinitely small in number; "a few roses"; "a couple of roses"
Antonym: many (indirect, via few)

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a couple of

Noun (plural: couples of)

1. A small number of things or people that are considered as a unit.

Example sentence: I bought a couple of books from the store.

Adjective

1. Denoting two items or individuals that are considered together or viewed as a pair.

Example sentence: The couple of chairs in the corner were both comfortable and stylish.

Adverb

1. Used to indicate an approximate or vague quantity of something.

Example sentence: I waited for a couple of hours before going to the party.