determiner

lots

a large amount, many, much

There are lots of people here.

There are lots of people here.

We have lots of time.

We have lots of time.

lots of ((sth.)) a large amount or number of (sth.) There are lots of people here.

Synonyms: a lot, many, much, plenty

Plural of 'lot', originally meaning 'portions' or 'shares'. The sense of 'a large amount' developed from this.

Think of having many 'lots' or portions of something. It's just an informal way to say 'a lot'.

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