floor

US /flɔr, flor/

UK /flɔ:(r)/

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noun

  • Large area used for a particular purpose
  • The bottom surface of a vehicle.
  • A level of a building.
  • A minimum limit.
  • The right to speak in a legislative assembly.
  • Part of a room on which you stand
  • Particular level in a building; storey
  • The bottom surface of a room, on which one stands.

verb

  • To hit or push someone to the ground
  • To surprise or confuse someone who can't respond

other

  • To provide (a room or building) with a floor.
  • To knock (someone) to the ground.
  • To overwhelm (someone) with shock or surprise.

Examples

Do you mind sitting on the floor?

a cafe on the mezzanine floor