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Synonyms & Similar Words
place
site
spot
position
situation
locality
area
region
territory
district
neighborhood
vicinity
surroundings
environment
setting
context
scene
locale
point
address
whereabouts
premises
grounds
estate
land
property
terrain
topography
geography
layout
arrangement
disposition
placement
allocation
assignment
siting
Meaning of Location
The primary meaning of the word "location" refers to the particular place or position of something.
Definitions
- A particular place or position, especially in relation to other places or positions
- The act of placing or establishing something in a particular position
- A site or location, especially one with a particular purpose or character
Etymology of Location
The word "location" comes from the Latin word "locus," meaning place or location, and the suffix "-ation," which forms a noun indicating a process or state
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a place or position, and its meaning has expanded over time to include various related concepts
Example Uses
- The new restaurant is in a great location, close to the city center
- The company is looking for a new location to build its headquarters
- The film's location shooting took place in several different countries