place

place · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A particular position, point, or area in space; a location.

  2. 2.

    A portion of space designated for a particular person or purpose.

  3. 3.

    A position in a sequence or series.

  4. 4.

    A person's home.

  5. 5.

    A role or function.

  6. 6.

    To put in a particular position.

  7. 7.

    To identify or remember.

  8. 8.

    To arrange for or invest.

Forms

plural: places

Related words

See also: location, position, site, spot
Synonyms: location, position, site, spot

Etymology

From Old French place, from Medieval Latin placea meaning "place, spot," from Latin platea meaning "broad street, courtyard," from Greek plateia (hodos) meaning "broad (way)." Related to plaza and piazza.