# crowding

/ˈkɹaʊdɪŋ/ (US) · /kɹˈaʊdɪŋ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/crowding
Updated: 2026-05-09

## Definition

a situation where there are too many people or things in one space. It often makes a place feel uncomfortable or difficult to move in.

For teachers: the presence of an excessive number of people or objects in a limited area, often resulting in discomfort or restricted movement.

## Examples

- The crowding on the morning train makes it hard to find a seat.
- City planners are trying to reduce crowding in public parks by creating more green spaces in the suburbs.
- Ecologists have observed that extreme crowding within a habitat can lead to increased competition for resources and a subsequent decline in the health of the local population.

## Usage notes

- Typically functions as an uncountable noun when referring to the general state of being crowded.

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