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ward
/wɔːrd/
[/wɔːrd/]
local district division
Advancednoun
Definition
A small area into which a town or city is divided, especially for elections.
Example
Each ward of the city elects one representative to sit on the local council.
Each ward of the city elects one representative to sit on the local council.
Etymology
From Old English 'weard', a guarding or division.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in local government and in hospitals.