Cities

noun

/ˈsɪtiz/

Word Frequency: 46.6

Definitions

1.nounA large settlement, bigger than a town; sometimes with a specific legal definition, depending on the place.

"São Paulo is the largest city in South America."

2.nounA settlement granted special status by royal charter or letters patent; traditionally, a settlement with a cathedral regardless of size.

3.nounThe central business district; downtown.

"I'm going into the city today to do some shopping."

4.nounA large amount of something (used after the noun).

"It's video game city in here!"

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