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market square
An open paved area within a street system, traditionally used for open markets or large gatherings of people.
A market square is a large, relatively open, paved area within an urban street network, usually at or near a city center or town center. It is traditionally a site for open-air markets (often only on special days) or large gatherings of people.
The space is part of an urban street network and is relatively open. Its traditional role includes open-air markets or large public gatherings.
A market need not operate every day. Occasional market days are expressly compatible with the market-square meaning.
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