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region

n. countable
A2 Elementary Oxford US //ˈɹidʒən// UK //ɹˈiːdʒən// re·gion Academic Archaic General-service

n. a large area of a country or the world. It can also mean a specific part of your body.

n. an area, especially part of a country or the world having definable characteristics but not always fixed boundaries. In a biological context, it refers to a specific part or area of the body.


SIMPLE

This region is famous for its beautiful mountains.

CONTEXTUAL

The government is investing more money into the northern region to help create new jobs.

COMPLEX

While the coastal region enjoys a Mediterranean climate, the interior is dominated by arid plains that receive very little rainfall throughout the year.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English regioun, from Anglo-Norman regiun, from Latin regiō, from regō. Doublet of regio.

Usage

Often used with 'in' or 'of' to specify a location or a part of a larger system.

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