Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete word for a small or limited amount, especially of something desirable or valuable.

“The collector was searching for a rare book, but the fewnes of available copies made it nearly impossible to find.”

2. noun

A rare or obsolete word for a small or limited quantity of something, especially time.

“The short fewnes of their vacation made it difficult to visit all the places on their list.”