Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

piazza

noun
/piˈætsə/
Definition
A public square or marketplace, especially in an Italian town.
Examples
  • The town’s main piazza was filled with people enjoying the warm afternoon sun.
  • She loved to sit in the piazza, sipping coffee and watching the world go by.
  • Concerts and local markets were often held in the central piazza.
Meaning
The term reflects an open space that serves as a social gathering place.
Synonyms
  • plaza
  • square
  • forum
  • marketplace