I've seen other questions on the usage of "few", but I'm wondering if there is an official definition on the numerical value of the word. The common rule seems to be a couple is two, a few is three or more, and several is something bigger. So is there an official number assigned to the word from some reputable source?
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In a word, no. There is no one in a position to even make such a rule. – Hot Licks Jan 11 '15 at 05:11
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Less than many Probably but not necessarily less than a moderate number. – keshlam Jan 11 '15 at 05:15
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Linking to this question doesn't provide an answer. And you give no substantiation for your claim that 1 < few < 7. – Edwin Ashworth Jan 11 '15 at 16:52