Meaning of the word concourse in English

What does concourse mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

concourse

US /ˈkɑːn.kɔːrs/

UK /ˈkɒŋ.kɔːs/

a large open area inside or in front of a public building, as in a railway station or airport

Example:

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Passengers gathered in the main concourse of the airport.

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The train station's concourse was bustling with commuters.

Synonym:

atrium foyer hall lobby plaza

a large crowd of people or things

Example:

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A great concourse of birds gathered on the lake.

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The event attracted a vast concourse of international visitors.

Synonym:

crowd throng multitude assemblage gathering