1. Land held in common ownership by a community or group, typically used for grazing, farming, or other shared purposes
The villagers grazed their cattle on the common lands.
Os aldeões pastavam seu gado nas terras comuns.
2. Public or shared land areas accessible to all members of a community
The commons were an important resource for medieval communities.
As terras comuns eram um recurso importante para as comunidades medievais.
3. Shared natural resources or spaces managed collectively
The protection of the commons is essential for sustainable development.
A proteção das terras comuns é essencial para o desenvolvimento sustentável.