district

Definition

  • noun: an area or section of a country, city, or town
  • noun: a territorial division (as for administrative or electoral purposes)
  • synonyms: rigorous, stringent, harsh

Examples

  • He was promoted to 'district' manager. [=he was put in charge of that company's activities in a particular district]

  • Six police officers are in charge of the 'district'.

  • She represents the eighth congressional 'district'.

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