Majority (noun)

1. The greater number of votes cast in a decision-making process.
2. The period of life during which one has reached the age of full legal capacity.
3. A great number or majority of people or things.

Origin:

Mid-16th century: from french majorité, from majeur 'greater', from latin major, comparative of magnus 'great'.

Examples:

1. The majority of the people in the room agreed with the proposal.
2. At 21, she had reached the majority.
3. A majority of the country's population is under 30 years old.
4. The company was acquired by the majority shareholder.
5. The majority of students passed the exam.