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commons Definition and Meaning in English (commons definition)

noun
Synonyms:shared resourcespublic land
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Commons definition: The commons refers to land or resources belonging to or used by the community as a whole, often for grazing, fishing, or gathering.

Definitions of Commons

  1. 1noun

    The commons refers to land or resources belonging to or used by the community as a whole, often for grazing, fishing, or gathering.

  2. 2noun(formal)

    The Commons is the lower house of the Parliament of the United Kingdom, consisting of elected representatives.

Example Sentences

casual

“The villagers relied on the commons for grazing their livestock.”

formal

“The debate in the House of Commons lasted for hours.”

Synonyms

shared resourcespublic land

Antonyms

private propertyprivate ownership

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Commons definition: The commons refers to land or resources belonging to or used by the community as a whole, often for grazing, fishing, or gathering.
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'Commons' translates to 'commons' in English. Commons definition: The commons refers to land or resources belonging to or used by the community as a whole, often for grazing, fishing, or gathering.
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