Handful (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A small number or amount; "only a handful of responses were received".

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Synonyms

• Smattering

Hypernyms

• Small Indefinite Amount

Meaning ²

The quantity that can be held in the hand.

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Synonyms

• Fistful