basketful
Basketful is a noun that refers to the amount of something that fills a basket. It is a non-technical, informal measure and can describe a literal collection of items or be used metaphorically to indicate a sizable group or quantity. The exact number implied by a basketful depends on the size of the basket and the characteristics of its contents.
Etymology: The word combines basket with the suffix -ful, meaning "full of." The suffix comes from Old
Usage: Basketful is commonly used in everyday language to convey abundance without prescribing a fixed quantity.
Examples: "She brought a basketful of fruit to the picnic." "The basketful of vegetables fed the family
Measurement caveat: Unlike standardized units (such as bushels or liters), a basketful is not a precise measurement.