station

//ˈsteɪʃən//
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Visual representation of station

Noun

stationsPlural
1

A place where trains stop to allow passengers to get on or off, or where goods are loaded or unloaded.

I'll meet you at the train station at 3 o'clock.

2

A place or building where a particular service or activity is based, such as a police station, fire station, or radio station.

The police station is located in the center of town.

3

A company that broadcasts radio or television programs.

She works at a local radio station.

4

A person's social rank or position in society.

She was born into a family of high station.

5

A place where someone or something stands or is placed, especially for a particular purpose.

The guard returned to his station at the entrance.

Verb

1

To assign someone to a particular place for duty or work.

The company stationed him in Tokyo for three years.

2

To put oneself or be put in a particular position or location.

The guards stationed themselves at the entrance.