ample

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• (UK) (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈæm.pəl/

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Adjective

Positive ample

Comparative ampler

Superlative amplest

1. If there is an ample amount of something, there is enough of it and usually some extra.

   There'll be ample opportunity to relax, swim and soak up some sun.

   The design of the ground floor created ample space for a good-sized kitchen.

2. If you describe someone's figure as ample, you mean that they are large in a pleasant or attractive way.

   ... a young mother with a baby resting against her ample bosom.