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Meaning of towns
A town is a populated area with fixed boundaries and a local government.
Etymology of towns
The word "towns" originates from Old English "tūn", meaning enclosure, homestead, or village, and has been in use since before the 12th century
The term has evolved over time, influenced by various languages, including Old Norse and Latin
Historically, the word "town" referred to a small rural settlement or a fortified place, and its meaning has expanded to include larger urban areas
Synonyms
cities
villages
municipalities
burgs
metropolises
settlements
communities
boroughs
localities
districts
hamlets
suburbs
precincts
neighborhoods
parishes
counties
provinces
states
regions
areas
zones
territories
metropolises
conurbations
urbanizations
agglomerations
megalopolises
city-states
townships
townlets
villages
hamlets
Definitions
- A populated area with fixed boundaries and a local government, larger than a village but smaller than a city
- An urban area that has a name, defined boundaries, and a local government
- A concentration of people and buildings, larger than a village, where people live and work
Usage Examples
- The towns in the region are known for their historic architecture and cultural events
- The company has offices in several towns across the country
- The new policy aims to support economic growth in small towns and rural areas
Antonyms
cities
metropolises
rural areas
countryside
wilderness
deserts
forests
mountains
villages
hamlets
ghost towns
abandoned places
ruins
wastelands
barren lands
isolated areas
remote places
uninhabited regions
unpopulated zones