small quantity

noun phrase

UK /smɔːl ˈkwɒn.tə.ti/

US /smɔːl ˈkwɑːn.tə.ti/

A small quantity is a little bit of something.

She added a small quantity of sugar to her tea.

SYNONYMS

little bit tiny amount small amount handful drop

RELATED WORDS

amount portion measure scrap morsel

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A number of items that is not large.

Only a small quantity of tickets is left for the show.

3. A low level or degree of something.

The recipe calls for a small quantity of salt.

4. A modest share of a total supply.

The store ordered a small quantity of the new toy.