What is the meaning of several?

adjective

  • Used with count nouns. ( of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many)
    • usage: "several letters came in the mail"; "several people were injured in the accident"
  • Considered individually.
    • usage: "the respective club members"; "specialists in their several fields"; "the various reports all agreed"
  • Distinct and individual.
    • usage: "three several times"
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