Commune

/kəmˈjun/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A group of people living together and sharing possessions and responsibilities.

The artists decided to form a commune to collectively manage their resources and share ideas.

A local administrative division in some countries, often equivalent to a township or municipality.

The commune was responsible for providing essential services to its residents.

verb

To communicate intimately or privately.

They would often commune with nature during their hikes in the mountains.

From Middle French 'commune', from Latin 'communis' meaning 'common'.

live in a commune

To reside in a shared living arrangement with others.

commune with nature

To connect or interact deeply with the natural world.

commune with one's feelings

To engage in self-reflection about one's emotions.

community

A group of individuals living together in a particular area.

cooperative

An organization owned and operated by a group of individuals for mutual benefit.

communal

Relating to a group of people living together; shared.

To hang out in a close-knit group.

We were just communing at the park this weekend.

To share everything with friends.

They're all about that commune life, sharing food and chores.