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Meaning of city

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

city

Pronunciation:/sɪtɪ//sɪtɪ//ˈsɪɾi/

noun

Definitions

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

    Example: 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.

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

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

    Example: It's video game city in here!