locus
2 synonyms for locus, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A particular place, especially one seen as a centre of activity.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use locus
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
locus of control
locus of activity
genetic locus
Formal/technical; plural is "loci."
Etymology
A learned borrowing of Latin locus, "place." A doublet of the English word "lieu."
Full origin of locus →Frequently asked questions
What does “locus” mean?
The word “locus” means a particular place, especially one seen as a centre of activity. In plain terms, a fixed, specific location — used literally for places, and technically in maths (a set of points) and genetics (a gene's spot on a chromosome).
How do you pronounce “locus”?
“Locus” is pronounced LOH-kuhs (/ˈloʊkəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “locus” in a sentence?
Here is “locus” used in a sentence: “The old square became the locus of the protests.”
What part of speech is “locus”?
“Locus” is a noun.
Where does the word “locus” come from?
The word “locus” comes from Latin. A learned borrowing of Latin locus, "place." A doublet of the English word "lieu.".
Is “locus” a common word?
“Locus” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “locus” have?
“Locus” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a particular place, especially one seen as a centre of activity.
