Meaning of community In English

• 0 the people living in one particular area or people who are considered as a unit because of their common interests, social group, or nationality:

  • He's well known in the local community.

  • There's a large black/white/Jewish community living in this area.

  • Her speech caused outrage among the gay community.

  • Drug trafficking is a matter of considerable concern for the entire international community (= all the countries of the world).

  • There's a real sense of community (= caring and friendly feeling) in this neighbourhood.

  • Unlike the present government, we believe in serving the community.

  • Let your voice be heard on this issue; join our Facebook community.

  • My family is aware of the way my virtual community has infiltrated our real world.

  • I have been watching the forum develop and grow as an online community for librarians to exchange ideas about using technology.

• 1 all the people who live in a particular area, or a group of people who are considered as a unit because of their shared interests or background:

  • [ C ] the scientific community

  • [ C ] Bus fares were raised despite the protests of the community.

  • [ U ] There’s a real sense of community (= caring and friendly feeling) in this neighborhood.

  • [ U ] She believed that the greatest goal in life was to serve the community.

• 2 the people living in a particular area:

  • We know that 80% of economic growth comes from businesses already located within our communities.

  • rural/urban community Banks offer basic banking facilities to people in rural communities.

  • This is a restaurant that also provides training for unemployed people from the local community.

• 3 a group of people who have the same interests, religion, etc.:

  • international financial community

  • Latino/black/Jewish, etc. community The US Census shows the Latino community has grown to 35 million.

• 4 a way of referring to people in general or the public:

  • Basically, you have to find the best ways of working with the community.