Meaning of the word place in English

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

place

US /pleɪs/

UK /pleɪs/

a particular position or point in space

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This is a good place to sit.

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Let's find a quiet place to talk.

Synonym:

location spot area position site

a house or dwelling

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My place is small but cozy.

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Do you want to come over to my place tonight?

Synonym:

home residence abode dwelling

a position in a hierarchy or sequence

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She earned her place at the top of the class.

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He took his place in line.

Synonym:

rank standing status position

put in a particular position

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Please place the book on the table.

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She carefully placed the vase on the shelf.

Synonym:

put set position lay deposit

identify the position of (something)

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Can you place the origin of this accent?

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I can't quite place where I've seen him before.

Synonym:

identify recognize locate pinpoint