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Grand Central Terminal
GRAND SEN-trul TER-mih-nul
Local meaning
The landmark Midtown Manhattan terminal used primarily by Metro-North Railroad and connected to subway service.
New Yorkers commonly say Grand Central, and many visitors say Grand Central Station, though the landmark’s formal name is Grand Central Terminal. Metro-North platforms are distinct from the newer Long Island Rail Road facilities at Grand Central Madison below the complex.
Example in context
- “Catch Metro-North at Grand Central Terminal.”
How it is used
A major Midtown terminal and landmark centered around East 42nd Street and Park Avenue.
neutral, landmark-specific, regional
commuting, Midtown directions, architecture, meeting plans
A major Midtown terminal and landmark centered around East 42nd Street and Park Avenue.
Grand Central contains multiple transit levels and meeting points; specify Metro-North, subway, Grand Central Madison, or a landmark inside.
Spelling and scope
A major Midtown terminal and landmark centered around East 42nd Street and Park Avenue.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it Grand Central Station or Grand Central Terminal?
Grand Central Terminal is the formal landmark name, though Grand Central Station is common informal speech.
Does the LIRR use the Metro-North platforms?
No. LIRR service uses the separate Grand Central Madison facilities beneath the complex.
Read next
All words →Evidence and further reading
These sources support the regional association, dictionary sense, or broader spread. The entry remains open to correction from New York speakers and qualified reviewers.
- Grand Central TerminalMetropolitan Transportation Authority
Official Metro-North information for Grand Central Terminal, services, and navigation.