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District

UK /["/ˈdɪstrɪkt/"]/US /["/ˈdɪstrɪkt/"]/

Definition

an area of a country or town, especially one that has particular features

In simple words: A part of a city or town with specific features.

Examples

  • The school district holds an annual meeting to discuss budget issues.
  • She moved to a new district for her job, seeking better opportunities.
  • The city is divided into several districts, each with its own unique charm.
  • In the district court, the judge made an important ruling.
  • The proposed district for the new park will benefit the community.

Usage notes

Use 'district' when referring to specific areas, like school districts or business districts. It's appropriate in both written and spoken contexts but might sound too formal in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Remember 'district' like 'this-trick'—imagine using a trick to find your way through a specific area.

Collocations

  • neighbouring/​neighboring
  • surrounding
  • central
  • create
  • draw
  • redraw
  • stretch
  • include something
  • offer something
  • authority
  • council
  • attorney
  • in a/​the district
  • within a/​the district
  • neighbouring/​neighboring
  • surrounding
  • central
  • create
  • draw
  • redraw
  • stretch
  • include something
  • offer something
  • authority
  • council
  • attorney
  • in a/​the district
  • within a/​the district

Synonyms

  • area
  • zone
  • neighborhood
  • sector
  • division

Antonyms

  • whole
  • entirety

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'district' with 'region' - a region can be larger and not necessarily divided like a district.
  • Using 'district' to refer to moving locations instead of areas.
  • Saying 'the district of New York' instead of 'New York City district' when referring to specific areas.