town square

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Definition of town square in English English dictionary

An open area commonly found in the heart of a traditional town, used for community gatherings

central place in the city

Related Terms

town squares

plural form of town square

Hyphenation

Town square

Turkish pronunciation

taun skwer

Synonyms

city square, civic centre, public square, piazza, urban square

Pronunciation

/ˈtoun ˈskwer/ /ˈtaʊn ˈskwɛr/

Etymology

[ 'taun ] (noun.) before 12th century. Middle English, from Old English tun enclosure, village, town; akin to Old High German zun enclosure, Old Irish dún fortress.