Definitions for 'common':
Below, we have different definitions or meanings of the word common. These different definitions are grouped based on the different parts of speech. You will also find examples for every definition if available
Noun: Nouns are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas.
UK: /ˈkɒmən/
US: /ˈkɑmən/
Definition 1
Mutual good, shared by more than one.
Definition 2
A tract of land in common ownership; common land.
Definition 3
The people; the community.
Definition 4
The right of taking a profit in the land of another, in common either with the owner or with other persons; so called from the community of interest which arises between the claimant of the right and the owner of the soil, or between the claimants and other commoners entitled to the same right.
Verb: Verbs are action words that describe actions or states.
UK: /ˈkɒmən/
US: /ˈkɑmən/
Definition 1
To communicate (something).
Definition 2
To converse, talk.
Definition 3
To have sex.
Definition 4
To participate.
Definition 5
To have a joint right with others in common ground.
Definition 6
To board together; to eat at a table in common.
Adjective: Adjectives modify nouns to provide more information about them.
UK: /ˈkɒmən/
US: /ˈkɑmən/
Definition 1
Mutual; shared by more than one.
The two competitors have the common aim of winning the championship.
Definition 2
Occurring or happening regularly or frequently; usual.
It is common to find sharks off this coast.
Definition 3
Found in large numbers or in a large quantity; usual.
It differs from the common blackbird in the size of its beak.
Definition 4
Simple, ordinary or vulgar.
Definition 5
(grammar) In some languages, particularly Germanic languages, of the gender originating from the coalescence of the masculine and feminine categories of nouns.
Definition 6
(grammar) Of or pertaining to common nouns as opposed to proper nouns.
Definition 7
Vernacular, referring to the name of a kind of plant or animal, i.e., common name vs. scientific name.
Definition 8
Profane; polluted.
Definition 9
Given to lewd habits; prostitute.
Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms: appellative, epicene, mutual, shared, widespread, common-or-garden, everyday, normal, ordinary, standard, usual, common parlance
Antonyms: individual, peculiar, personal, few and far between, rare, uncommon, exceptional, extraordinary, noteworthy, special, exceptional, rare, special, uncommon, technical term
