Meaning of the word majority in English

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majority

US /məˈdʒɔː.rə.t̬i/

UK /məˈdʒɔː.rə.t̬i/

the greater part or number; the number larger than half the total

Example:

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The majority of people voted for the new policy.

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A large majority of students passed the exam.

Synonym:

bulk most preponderance lion's share greater part

the age at which a person is legally considered an adult (usually 18 or 21)

Example:

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She will reach her majority next year.

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Upon reaching majority, he gained full control of his inheritance.

Synonym:

minority infancy

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