crowd (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /kraʊd/
Definition
A large group of people gathered together in one place.
Examples
A large crowd gathered to see the famous actor.
The crowd cheered loudly when the team scored.
Please stay with the group and don't wander into the crowd.
How to Use crowd
- crowd around (phrasal verb)
- To gather closely around someone or something. — "The children crowded around the storyteller to hear the end of the tale."
- crowd into (phrasal verb)
- To move into a place that is already full of people. — "Everyone tried to crowd into the small elevator at once."
- crowd out (phrasal verb)
- To push someone or something out of a place or position. — "Newer businesses can be crowded out by larger competitors."
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