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City

/sɪtɪ/

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

📖 Definitions of "City"

noun

1
A 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
A settlement granted special status by royal charter or letters patent; traditionally, a settlement with a cathedral regardless of size.
3
The central business district; downtown.
"I'm going into the city today to do some shopping."
4
A large amount of something (used after the noun).
"It's video game city in here!"

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