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."

Synonyms of crowd

Words with a similar meaning to crowd:

• group
• gathering
• throng
• multitude

Antonyms of crowd

Words with the opposite meaning to crowd:

• individual
• loner

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