district

/ˈdɪstrɪkt/
noun
  1. An area or region of a city, state, or country that has official boundaries, often for government, voting, or administrative purposes.
    • The school district covers several small towns.
    • Each congressional district elects one representative.
    • She lives in the historic district of the city.
  2. A part of a city or town with a particular character or purpose.
    • We walked through the shopping district looking for a gift.
    • The arts district has many galleries and theaters.
    • The financial district is full of tall office buildings.
adjective
  1. Relating to or serving a district.
    • She works for the district health department.
    • The district attorney announced the charges.
    • The district manager visited all the local stores.
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