English · Travel & Places
city
/ˈsɪti/
[/ˈsɪti/]
large town
Beginnernoun
Definition
A large and important town where many people live and work.
Example
The city comes alive at night with music, lights, and crowds.
The city comes alive at night with music, lights, and crowds.
Etymology
From Latin "civitas," citizenship or community, via Old French "cite."
How & Where It’s Used
Refers to a large urban center; bigger and busier than a town.