What does AGORA mean?

Here is the requested information about "agora": Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. (in ancient Greece) a public open space used for assemblies and markets.
2. a modern marketplace or public square.

Pronunciations

• US: /əˈɡɔrə/
• UK: /əˈɡɒrə/

Origin and Usage

The word "agora" comes from ancient Greek and was used to describe a public open space where people gathered for assemblies and markets. In modern usage, "agora" can refer to a marketplace or public square.

Synonyms

• marketplace
• public square
• forum
• plaza

Related Words

• arena
• forum
• plaza
• stage
• store

Example Sentences

1. The agora in ancient Athens was a center for political and social activity.
2. The farmers market is held in the towns central agora.