number of things or people
a number of (something)
Several (people or things). Don't worry, there are a number of options to choose from if this one doesn't appeal to you.
See also: number, of
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
number of things or people
some things or people, in an indefinite amount. I subscribe to a number of different magazines. A number of people are here now.
See also: number, of, people, thing
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- a number of
- a number of (something)
- A number 1
- number off
- any number of
- digit
- double-deuces
- do a number on, to
- a number one
- number one