English Dictionary

commons

/ˈkɑmənz/

noun

A dining hall, usually at a college or university. / A central section of (usually an older) town, designated as a shared area, a common.

The commons is a popular spot for students to gather and eat.

意味（1）

A dining hall, usually at a college or university.

意味（2）

A central section of (usually an older) town, designated as a shared area, a common.

The Renaissance festival started with the peasants meeting in the commons.

意味（3）

(figuratively) The mutual good of all; the abstract concept of resources shared by more than one, for example air, water, information.

The tragedy of the commons is that none wish to make sacrifices of their or their family's interests for the common good.

意味（4）

The common people collectively, the third estate, the people not belonging to the nobility or clergy

We in the name of other Perſean ſtates [i.e. nobles],

And commons of this mightie Monarchy,

We in the name of other Perſean ſtates [i.e. nobles], And commons of this mightie Monarchy, Preſent thee with the Emperiall Diadem.

意味（5）

(chiefly historical) The free burghers/bourgeoisie of a given town, taken collectively.

意味（6）

(euphemistic, obsolete) An outhouse.

意味（7）

(obsolete, UK, Oxford University) Food served at a fixed rate from the college buttery, distinguished from battels.

意味（8）

Food in general; rations.

short commons