neighborhood

/ˈneɪbərˌhʊd/
noun
  1. A district or area where people live, especially within a larger city or town.
    • The neighborhood has a small park and a grocery store.
    • She knows everyone in her neighborhood by name.
    • We moved to a quiet neighborhood with lots of trees.
  2. The people living in a particular area considered as a group.
    • The whole neighborhood came together for the street fair.
    • Our neighborhood is very friendly and looks out for each other.
    • The neighborhood organized a cleanup day for the local park.
  3. A particular area or region, not necessarily residential.
    • The historic neighborhood attracts many tourists.
    • This neighborhood of the forest is home to many birds.
    • The business neighborhood downtown is full of offices and shops.
  4. A range or approximate amount (informal).
    • The cost is in the neighborhood of $200.
    • We expect around 50 guests, in that neighborhood.
    • His salary is in the neighborhood of sixty thousand dollars.
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