A quantity (of people) that fills a house; as much or as many as a house can hold. Frequently with of.

As much or as many as a shop will hold. Hence: a very large amount or number.

The whole number or quantity of people to be found in a church; (also) as many or as much as a church will contain.

As much or as many as fills a stable.

The whole number or quantity of people or things to be found in an office; (also) an amount which would fill an office.

As many as fill a cote.