Plaza (Noun)
Meaning 1
A public square with room for pedestrians; "they met at Elm Plaza"; "Grosvenor Place".
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The city orchestra played in the large central plaza during the summer months for all to enjoy.
- The tourists wandered through Red Square plaza, admiring its beautiful historical architecture.
- It was decided that the winter festival was to take place at the frozen central plaza for maximum crowd engagement.
- I walked across the wide cobbled plaza area of old town on my way home from dinner.
- They met at Green Street plaza by the big bronze fountain that depicted the mythical founders.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaurants and a convenient parking area; a modern version of the traditional marketplace; "a good plaza should have a movie house"; "they spent their weekends at the local malls".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The new shopping plaza offered a variety of dining options, entertainment, and boutique stores for visitors to enjoy.
- The outdoor plaza was beautifully decorated with flowers, fountains, and a large playground for children.
- Every year, a Christmas market would be set up in the historic town plaza, featuring local artisans and holiday treats.
- Travelers would often visit the large shopping plaza near the airport to grab a meal or do some last-minute shopping before their flights.
- The trendy plaza by the beach was always bustling with tourists and locals alike, shopping for souvenirs and dining at the many restaurants that lined the complex.