floor
word
Definition
The flat surface that you walk on inside a building; also refers to a level of a building (like the 'third floor').
Usage & Nuances
'Floor' means the interior surface you walk on, or a level in a building. In American English, 'floor' for levels equals 'storey' in British English (except 'ground floor' vs. 'first floor'). Common phrases: 'on the floor', 'floor lamp', 'dance floor'. Do not confuse with 'ground' (outside earth).
Example Sentences
Please wipe your feet before walking on the floor.
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My apartment is on the third floor.
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The baby is playing on the floor with her toys.
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I dropped my keys, and they slid under the floor lamp.
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The meeting will be held on the fifth floor—just take the elevator up.
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There’s popcorn all over the floor after the movie night.
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