Meaning of the word floor in English

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

floor

US /flɔːr/

UK /flɔːr/

the lower surface of a room, on which one walks

Example:

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The wooden floor creaked as he walked across it.

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She dropped her keys on the floor.

Synonym:

ground deck base

a story of a building

Example:

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Our office is on the third floor.

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Take the elevator to the top floor.

Synonym:

story level

to knock or bring (someone) to the ground

Example:

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The boxer managed to floor his opponent in the first round.

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The sudden news completely floored him.

Synonym:

knock down overwhelm stun astound