site
site
Pronunciation
site: /saɪt/
syllable 1: /saɪt/
/s/ - voiceless alveolar fricative
/aɪ/ - diphthong (as in "my")
/t/ - voiceless alveolar stop
Word Form Variations
Singular Noun: site
Plural Noun: sites
Verb (base form): site
Verb (third person singular present): sites
Verb (present participle): siting
Verb (past tense/past participle): sited
Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms
Noun
Definition 1: A specific geographical or virtual location designated for a particular purpose or activity.
Synonyms: location, place, spot, position, venue
Antonyms: non-site (less common, but implies absence of a designated location)
Example: The construction crew cleared the site for the new building.
Definition 2: A collection of related web pages and associated content that is identified by a common domain name and published on at least one web server.
Synonyms: website, webpage (though less precise), online presence
Antonyms: (No direct antonym, as it refers to a type of online entity)
Example: I found the information I needed on the company's official site.
Definition 3: The place where a historical or notable event occurred or where significant remains are found.
Synonyms: locale, area, scene, grounds, ruins
Antonyms: (No direct antonym, as it refers to a historical or archaeological context)
Example: The archaeological site revealed ancient pottery shards.
Verb
Definition 1: To locate, position, or place something in a specific area.
Synonyms: locate, place, position, situate, establish
Antonyms: dislocate, displace, remove
Example: The architects decided to site the new library near the park.
Definition 2 (less common, often used informally): To visit or examine a location, especially for assessment or inspection.
Synonyms: inspect, survey, visit, reconnoiter (formal)
Antonyms: overlook, ignore, bypass
Example: The team will site the proposed development next week.
Examples of Use
Books:
"The first step in any successful construction project is to secure the appropriate site, considering factors like accessibility, zoning, and environmental impact." (From a textbook on civil engineering, generic example)
"As the archaeological team delved deeper, the ancient burial site yielded more secrets about the forgotten civilization." (From a historical fiction novel, generic example)
Newspapers:
"Local residents are protesting the proposed landfill site, citing concerns about environmental pollution and property values." ( The Daily Herald)
"The city council approved plans for a new public park, designating the vacant lot downtown as the ideal site." ( City Times)
Online Publications:
"Google's new data center site in Dublin is expected to create hundreds of jobs and boost the local economy." (TechCrunch)
"Researchers have identified a new pre-Columbian archaeological site in the Amazon, suggesting a more extensive ancient civilization than previously thought." (National Geographic online)
"The official UEFA Champions League site provides live scores, highlights, and news from all the matches." (uefa.com, continually updated)
Various Entertainment Mediums and Platforms:
Film: In the movie Jurassic Park, Isla Nublar serves as the primary site for the dinosaur theme park. (Universal Pictures, 1993)
Video Game: "Welcome to the new build site, Commander. Our resources are ready for deployment." (From a strategy video game, common in games like StarCraft or Age of Empires)
Television Series: "Detectives are canvassing the crime site for any new evidence that might lead them to the perpetrator." (From a police procedural drama, common in shows like CSI or Law & Order)
Music Festival: "Glastonbury Festival is held on a vast farm site in Pilton, Somerset, England, attracting hundreds of thousands of attendees." (Glastonbury Festival official website, annually updated)
General Public Discourse:
"I need to check the company's site for their holiday hours." (Casual conversation)
"They're looking for a good site to build their new house, somewhere with a nice view." (Informal discussion)
"The construction of the new school on the old factory site has finally begun." (Community meeting discussion)
"Have you visited that new historical site just outside of town? It's really interesting." (Social conversation)
10 Quotes Using Site
"A man has to build a site for his dream." (Ernest Hemingway, attributed)
"The Internet has become the public site of human experience." (Sherry Turkle, Alone Together: Why We Expect More from Technology and Less from Each Other, 2011)
"Every new site you visit, every new person you meet, is an opportunity to learn something new." (Oprah Winfrey, attributed)
"We're looking for the right site for a new stadium." (Jerry Jones, Dallas Cowboys owner, various interviews)
"A library is not a luxury but one of the necessities of life, and the site of a library, its architecture, and its holdings are as much a part of its message as are its books." (Carlos Fuentes, This I Believe: An A to Z of a Life, 2005)
"The first rule of real estate is location, location, location. The second rule is finding the right site." (Donald Trump, Trump: The Art of the Deal, 1987)
"We have chosen this site for our new headquarters because of its strategic location and potential for growth." (Tim Cook, Apple CEO, various announcements)
"Archaeological digs are not just about finding artifacts; they are about understanding the entire site and the context of what happened there." (Zahi Hawass, various interviews)
"The Internet is a vast and ever-growing site of information, both good and bad." (Bill Gates, attributed)
"Our intention is to create a living memorial on the World Trade Center site." (Michael Arad, architect of the 9/11 Memorial, various interviews)
Etymology
The word "site" comes from the Latin word "situs," which meant "place," "position," or "local situation." Think of it like describing where something is sitting or located.
The earliest known uses of "site" in English, dating back to the late 14th century, kept this core meaning. It was used to talk about:
The position or placement of something: For example, where a town was situated on a hill.
A particular piece of land or ground: Like the specific spot where a building was going to be built.
So, from its very beginning, "site" has been about pinpointing a specific location or place. Over time, its meaning expanded to include things like websites, but the fundamental idea of a defined spot remains.
Phrases + Idioms Containing Site
On-site: Located at a particular place or position.
Off-site: Located away from a particular place or position.
Construction site: An area where a building or structure is being erected.
Building site: Another term for a construction site.
Archaeological site: A place where historical artifacts or remains are found and studied.
Web site: A collection of related web pages and content.
The site of the accident: The exact location where an accident occurred.
To site a new facility: To choose a location for and build a new facility.
A prime site: A highly desirable or advantageous location.
To lose one's bearings/place: (Using a synonym, "place," for a similar effect) To become disoriented or lose one's sense of direction.
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Source Information
Definition of site from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
