communal — shared by all members of a community; for common use
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: shared by all members of a community; for common use
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈmjuːnəl/
Example Sentences
- The communal refrigerator was a battlefield of labeled leftovers and mysterious containers.
- Our dormitory has a beautiful communal lounge where students gather to study and relax.
- The communal washing machine always seemed to eat exactly one sock from every load.
communal
ADJECTIVE[/kəˈmjuːnəl/]
shared by all members of a community; for common use
The villagers share a communal oven, baking bread together every morning.
Communal boards share both municipal news and tribunal verdicts!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin communis (common, shared), the word evolved through Medieval Latin communalis to reach its modern form. It shares the same root as commune (community), indicating its connection to collective or shared concepts.
Breakdown
communis (common, shared) + -al (adjective suffix forming adjectives from nouns, meaning 'relating to' or 'of the nature of').
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The communal refrigerator was a battlefield of labeled leftovers and mysterious containers.”
“Our dormitory has a beautiful communal lounge where students gather to study and relax.”
“The communal washing machine always seemed to eat exactly one sock from every load.”
“Many indigenous cultures practice communal decision-making processes.”
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