A particular position, point, or area in space; a location. noun
This is the place where we first met.
The library is a quiet place to study.
A portion of space designated or available for or being used by someone. noun
She saved a place for me at the table.
There is no place like home.
A position in a sequence or hierarchy. noun
He finished in third place in the race.
She holds a special place in my heart.
A proper or appropriate position or location. noun
Everything is in its place.
He felt out of place at the formal event.
A job or position within an organization or system. noun
She found her place in the company quickly.
He lost his place on the team.
To put something in a particular position. verb
She placed the book on the shelf.
He placed the keys on the table.
To arrange or organize in a particular way. verb
The teacher placed the students in groups.
They placed the chairs in a circle.
To assign or designate a role or position to someone or something. verb
The coach placed him as the team's captain.
She was placed in charge of the project.
To recognize or identify someone or something. verb
I can't place where I've seen him before.
She couldn't place the name but it sounded familiar.