English · Travel & Places
district
/ˈdɪs.trɪkt/
[/ˈdɪs.trɪkt/]
area of a place
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A part of a city or country that has clear boundaries or a particular character.
Example
The financial district was full of tall glass towers and busy people in suits.
The financial district was full of tall glass towers and busy people in suits.
Etymology
From Medieval Latin 'districtus', an area of jurisdiction.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in administrative and urban contexts.