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Favorite place

/ˈfeɪ.vər.ɪt pleɪs/
nounCEFR A2 (Elementary)Top #2450 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A specific location where someone most likes to go to relax, feel happy, or spend time.

    "The quiet corner of the library is my favorite place to study."
  2. 2

    A destination that holds the highest personal preference or emotional attachment for an individual.

    "Her favorite place in the world is the cabin by the lake."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from the Middle English 'favorite', coming from Old French 'favorit', and Old English 'plæse', ultimately from the Latin 'platea' meaning a broad way or courtyard. The combined phrase denotes a preferred physical location where one feels most comfortable, happy, or at peace.

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