lot|lot イディオム
	a lot|lot
n., 
informal A large number or amount; very many or very much; lots. 
I learned a lot in Mr. Smith's class. A lot of our friends are going to the beach this summer. 
 Often used like an adverb. 
Ella is a jolly girl; she laughs a lot. Grandfather was very sick last week, but he's a lot better now. You'll have to study a lot harder if you want to pass. 
 Also used as an adjective with "more", "less", and "fewer". 
There was a good crowd at the game today, but a lot more will come next week. 
 Often used with "whole" for emphasis. 
John has a whole lot of marbles. Jerry is a whole lot taller than he was a year ago. Compare: GOOD DEAL, GOOD MANY, A NUMBER. 
Antonym: A FEW, A LITTLE.