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It is an idiom meaning "the majority (of)" or the greater part (of). It comes from the ability of a lion (as apex predator) to forcibly take control of any prey that becomes available to consume.

"The company had more repairmen, so they had the lion's share of the repair market."

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What is the phrase lions share?

A disproportionately large share.


What does 'the lions share' mean?

Let's say we split a dollar. I got .75 cents, and you got .25 cents. I would have the lions share as I have the greater amount or "share" of what was being split. Hope this helps!


What does the idiom ''he's taken the lions share'' mean?

Its the big part f something


What is the meaning of the idiomatic expression lion's share?

The lion's share means the biggest or best part of something.The lions share = The largest portion.In modern times the phrase has come to mean the larger share/part. However, it originally meant the entire share or portion, and not just the larger part. The phrase is derived from one of Aesop's fables.


Do lions eat apes?

No, lions do not share the same habitat as do the great apes.


How do lions gather their food?

Lions are predators and hunt in groups to increase their chances of success. They use a combination of stealth, teamwork, and speed to stalk and take down prey such as zebra, buffalo, and wildebeest. Once the prey is captured, lions will work together to overpower and consume it.


Who does Italy share the largest border with?

Switzerland has the 'lions share' of Italy's border.


Why do lions share their food with their family?

Because they have to feed their young.


Are lions related to the hyenas?

They share a common, very distant ancestor.


What does lions tigers bears oh my mean?

That was a phrase spoken by Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz movie. That described some of the things to be feared on their quest to reach the Emerald City.


Are lions nice or are lions mean?

there mean they will bite your head off... What do you think sherlock?


Can you search the word that are the collection of lions?

Do you mean a pride of lions? A group of lions is called a pride.