# concourse

/ˈkɑnˌkɔɹs/ (US) · /kˈɒnkɔːs/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/concourse
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a large, open area in a building where people gather, such as the area around a train station or an airport. It is a formal word for a big, public space.

For teachers: a large, open area or hall in a building, typically used for public gatherings or movement. Often refers to the central area of a railway station or airport.

## Examples

- The travelers gathered on the concourse to wait for their flight.
- The new terminal features a vast glass concourse that connects all the different gates and shops.
- The architect designed the concourse to serve as a social hub, encouraging spontaneous interactions among passengers while providing a clear path to the departure gates.

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