English Dictionary
◊ QUANTITY
quantity
n 1: how much there is of something that you can measure [syn: {measure},
{amount}, {quantum}]
2: an adequate or large amount; "he had a quantity of
ammunition"
3: something that has a magnitude and can be represented in
mathematical expressions by a constant or a variable
English Computing Dictionary
◊ DID YOU MEAN QUALITY?
quality
The totality of features and characteristics of a product or
service that bear on its ability to satisfy stated or implied
needs. Not to be mistaken for "degree of excellence" or
"fitness for use" which meet only part of the definition.
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(1995-11-10)