Market Place (Noun)
Meaning 1
The world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold; "without competition there would be no market"; "they were driven from the marketplace".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
An area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The town's market place was bustling with activity on Saturdays, with vendors selling everything from fresh produce to handmade crafts.
- Locals and tourists alike flocked to the historic market place to sample the region's specialties and browse the stalls.
- In the center of the market place stood a large fountain, surrounded by cafes and shops selling souvenirs.
- The city's market place was a hub of commerce, with merchants hawking their wares and shoppers haggling over prices.
- On Fridays, the town's market place was transformed into a vibrant night market, with food stalls and live music drawing in the crowds.