Meaning & Definition of word "Location"

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    Location

    /loʊˈkeɪʃən/

    noun:

    • 1. A particular place or position.
      • Example: The location of the restaurant makes it easy to find.
    • 2. A point or area within a specified space.
      • Example: We need to find a location for the outdoor event.
    • 3. The act or process of locating or determining the position of something.
      • Example: The location of the missing package was finally determined.
    • 4. A setting or backdrop for a film, play, or other performance.
      • Example: The film was shot in a stunning location in the mountains.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'locatio', meaning 'a placing, a location'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in location:

    referring to being present at a specific site.

    location scout:

    a person responsible for finding places for filming.

    location-based services:

    services that use geographic data to provide information.

    Related Words

    locator:

    a person or device that identifies the position of something.

    locate:

    to find the position of something.

    local:

    relating to a particular area or neighborhood.

    Slang Meanings of location

    Meaning: the spot

    Example Sentence: Let's meet at the spot for lunch.

    Meaning: the digs

    Example Sentence: This is my digs, where I live.