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The mass of the people, as distinguished from the
titled classes or nobility; the commonalty; the common people. |
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The House of Commons, or lower house of the British
Parliament, consisting of representatives elected by the qualified
voters of counties, boroughs, and universities. |
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Provisions; food; fare, -- as that provided at a
common table in colleges and universities. |
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A club or association for boarding at a common table,
as in a college, the members sharing the expenses equally; as, to board
in commons. |
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A common; public pasture ground. |