Meaning of the word populace in English

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

populace

US /ˈpɑː.pjə.ləs/
UK /ˈpɑː.pjə.ləs/

Noun

1.

the ordinary people who live in a particular country or place:

Example:
Some studies show that workers in the nuclear industry are more likely than the general populace to get cancer.
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