(n. pl.) The mass of the people, as distinguished from the
titled classes or nobility; the commonalty; the common people.
(n. pl.) The House of Commons, or lower house of the British
Parliament, consisting of representatives elected by the qualified
voters of counties, boroughs, and universities.
(n. pl.) Provisions; food; fare, -- as that provided at a
common table in colleges and universities.
(n. pl.) 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.
(n. pl.) A common; public pasture ground.
