Community
/kəˈmjun.ɪ.ti/noun
A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.
Did you know?The Latin root of 'community' relates to sharing and protection, hinting at ancient rituals that bound people together in sacred trust.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
communis
“Shared by all; common to many.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
communitatem
“The state of being in common; fellowship.”
Old French
Old French
communauté
“A body of people living together with shared interests.”
14th Century
Middle English
comunitie
“A unified group or body of individuals.”
Modern English
English
community
“A collective of individuals sharing a common location or interest.”