Meaning of the word quantities in English

What does quantities mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

quantities

US /ˈkwɑːn.tə.tiz/
UK /ˈkwɒn.tɪ.tiz/

Plural Noun

the amount or number of a material or immaterial thing not usually estimated by spatial extent or by an appeal to a standard

Example:
Large quantities of food were donated to the shelter.
The factory produces goods in bulk quantities.