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- pronunciation:
- ka
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n
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- phrases:
- in common
- features:
- Word Builder, Word Explorer
part of speech: |
adjective |
inflections: |
commoner, commonest |
definition 1: |
shared with another or others.
The two families use a common kitchen.My friends and I have a common interest in football.
- synonyms:
- joint, public
- antonyms:
- personal, private
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definition 2: |
typical; easily found.
Pigeons are common in our part of the country.Snow is common in winter.- synonyms:
- current, familiar, general, ordinary, usual
- antonyms:
- distinctive, individual, rare, unusual
- similar words:
- average, commonplace, conventional, customary, everyday, habitual, homely, mere, popular, widespread
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definition 3: |
often seen or happening.
A sore throat and cough are common symptoms of a cold.It's a dangerous curve, and accidents are common.- antonyms:
- freak, rare, uncommon
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related words: |
familiar, humble, informal, joint, low, mutual, social, standard, typical, usual, well-known |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
(often plural) an area of land that can be used by everybody.
People come to Boston Common to relax, play sports, and picnic.- similar words:
- green, mall, park, plaza, square
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related words: |
ground |
phrase: |
in common |
derivation: |
commonness (n.) |
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