municipality

noun (a municipality, municipalities)

«municipality» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

(formal) A municipality is a town or city (or district) that has its own local government. tree →
The local government of a town or city: the council. tree →

In the lessons

In geography and citizenship: municipalities run local services such as bins, parks, libraries and water. Common in Canada, Ireland, Australia and many other countries.

Examples

The municipality repaired the playground. tree →
Each municipality collects its own rubbish. tree →
Our town became a municipality long ago. tree →
The municipality decided to plant more trees. tree →
There are many small municipalities in the region. tree →
The library is run by the municipality. tree →

Note

Formal word; everyday UK words: council, town, city. Adjective: municipal (municipal pool, municipal park). Plural: municipalities.

On Mova

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