Pronunciation: [kˈɒnkɔːs] (IPA) 
The word "concourse" is spelled with the letter "c" followed by "o", "n", "c", "o", "u", "r", "s", and "e". Its phonetic transcription is /ˈkɑːnkɔːrs/, with stress on the second syllable. The "c" is pronounced like "k", while "o" says "ɔː" in Received Pronunciation English. "U" sounds "ʊ", and "r" is pronounced as a flap or a tap, depending on the accent. Finally, "s" and "e" say "s" and "ɪ", respectively.
Concourse is a noun that refers to a large open space, often situated between buildings or within a building, where people gather or pass through. It denotes an area designed to accommodate the movement and flow of people, particularly in crowded places such as train stations, airports, shopping malls, or exhibition centers.
In architectural contexts, a concourse typically consists of wide passages or corridors, sometimes featuring multiple levels or floors, connecting various entrances, exits, and important sections of a building. Its primary purpose is to allow for the easy circulation of individuals, providing clear paths for pedestrians to navigate from one point to another.
This term can also be used metaphorically to describe a place where several paths, interests, or opinions converge or intersect. For instance, in a stadium or auditorium, the concourse may refer to an area where different sections of seating come together or where concessions are located. In this sense, the concourse becomes a central hub where people converge, leading to various activities and directions.
Overall, the term "concourse" encompasses both the physical and metaphorical aspects of a gathering space, emphasizing the movement, convergence, and interaction of individuals within a specific area.
A running together; confluence; an assembly of men or things.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "concourse" comes from the Old French word "concourse" or "concours", which in turn derived from the Latin word "concursum". "Concursum" is the past participle of the Latin verb "concurrere", meaning "to run together". The prefix "con-" signifies "together", and the root "currere" means "to run". Therefore, the literal meaning of "concourse" is "to run together". Over time, the term evolved to refer to a place where people gather or come together, such as a meeting point, a central area in a building, or a large public space.
