What does PLACE mean?

Parts of Speech

Place is primarily a noun, but it can also function as a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, place refers to a particular position, location, or spot. It can also refer to a building or area used for a specific purpose, such as a market or a concert hall. As a verb, to place means to put or set something in a particular position or location.

Pronunciations

• US: /pleɪs/
• UK: /pleɪs/

Origin and Usage

The word place has roots in Old English and has been in use for over a thousand years. It is a common and versatile word that is used in a variety of contexts, from describing physical locations to indicating a position in a hierarchy or social order.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for place as a noun include location, spot, site, and position. As a verb, synonyms for place include put, set, position, and lay.

Related Words

Other five-letter words related to place include space, peace, and trace.

Example Sentences

• As a noun:
  The place where they met was a small coffee shop on the corner.
  The concert was held at a beautiful outdoor place by the river.
• As a verb:
  She carefully placed the vase on the shelf.
  He asked the waiter to place the order for him.