place

/pleɪs/
nounBeginner a particular location or area
general

a particular location or area

The park is a great place to relax.

The park is a good location to unwind.

We need to find a place to stay for the night.

We need to locate a place to spend the night.

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Can refer to a physical location, a position, or a role in society.

figurative

a position or role in society or an organization

She has a place in the history books.

She is recognized as an important figure in history.

He found his place in the company as a leader.

He discovered his role and importance within the company.

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Used metaphorically to describe someone's role or status.

Collocations

find a placeto locate a suitable locationtake placeto happen or occurin placein position or ready

Related Phrases

take placephrase
to happen or occur
in placephrase
in position or ready
out of placephrase
not fitting or appropriate

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

'Place' can refer to both physical locations and abstract roles or positions.

Gold Rule

Context Matters

The meaning of 'place' depends heavily on the context in which it is used.

📖Word Origin

From Old French 'place,' from Latin 'platea,' meaning 'broad street,' from Greek 'plateia,' meaning 'broad.'

📝Usage Notes

Can be used as a verb meaning 'to put or set something in a particular position.'

Word Breakdown

place
a specific location or position
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English Dictionary