(neuroscience, anatomy) A type of pyramidal neuron within the hippocampus that becomes active when an animal enters a particular place in its environment (known as the place field).

(idiomatic) A place where business is conducted, such as an office or a single shop in a franchise.

plural of place setting

A space that is generally open and accessible to people.

(idiomatic) A mental visualization of a pleasant location, to avoid thinking or dealing with something unpleasant or painful.

(euphemistic, obsolete) A place used for the business of urination and defecation: an outhouse or lavatory.

(premodern medicine, obsolete) A body part where excess humors are expelled. / (obsolete) A place where the body is purged of waste: a latrine; an outhouse; a lavatory.

A place where water may be obtained, e.g. for a ship or for cattle.

(idiomatic, dated) The point at which a process or thing, especially a state of mind or emotion, reaches its greatest strength and remains steadfast; sticking point.

The highest-ranking or first position; place of honor. / Honor; esteem. / Pride concerning a place, as one's home town or residence.