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legion

/ˈlidʒən/
noun
  1. A large group of soldiers in ancient Rome, consisting of several thousand men.
    • Each legion was commanded by a legate.
    • The legion built a fortified camp every night during the campaign.
    • The Roman legion marched for days to reach the battlefield.
  2. A very large number of people or things.
    • The company has legions of loyal customers.
    • There are legions of stars in the night sky.
    • Legions of fans lined up to see the band perform.
Synonyms
armymultitudehost
adjective
  1. Very numerous; existing in large numbers.
    • Her talents are legion — she can sing, dance, and act.
    • The problems we face are legion.
    • The stories about that haunted house are legion.
Synonyms
numerouscountless
Antonyms
few
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