people
/ˈpipəl/
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people is the plural of person.
Also a verb
Meaning
Human beings in general or considered collectively as a group.
Many people prefer working from home rather than commuting every day.
The members of a particular nation, ethnic group, or cultural community.
The history of the indigenous people of this region spans several millennia.
Collocations
- young people
- elderly people
- ordinary people
- working people
- indigenous people
- native people
Synonyms
- humans
- individuals
- public
- nation
Idioms
people person
someone who is exceptionally friendly and enjoys social interaction
Her warm personality makes her a natural people person in client relations.
Meaning
To inhabit or populate a particular place or imaginary world.
Eccentric and memorable characters people the author's latest mystery novel.
How it's used
This means “fill with people or characters”
- people the world
“people it.”
Fascinating historical figures people the narrative from start to finish.
Synonyms
- populate
- inhabit