crowd

crowd · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A large number of people gathered together in a disorganized way.

  2. 2.

    To fill a space almost completely, leaving little room.

  3. 3.

    A group of people with a shared interest or activity.

  4. 4.

    To press closely together or around.

Forms

plural: crowds

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    crowd pleaser — something that appeals to many people
  • •
    follow the crowd — to do what most others do
  • •
    two's company, three's a crowd — extra people are unwelcome
  • •
    work the crowd — to interact skillfully with an audience

Related words

Antonyms: individual
See also: audience, mob, throng
Synonyms: gathering, mob, multitude, throng

Etymology

From Old English crudan meaning "to press, push." Related to Middle Dutch cruden meaning "to push."