borough

Meanings

• A self-governing administrative district within a city.

  - "The borough of Brooklyn in New York City is an independent administrative district."
  - "Borough Park, a neighborhood located in the borough of Brooklyn, has its own unique character and community."
  - "The borough of Queens in New York City is home to numerous parks, cultural institutions, and diverse neighborhoods."

• A large, densely populated urban area, often characterized by its distinct neighborhoods, diverse cultural institutions, and rich history.

  - "The borough of Manhattan in New York City is a bustling urban area, home to some of the world's most famous landmarks, cultural institutions, and neighborhoods."
  - "Times Square, a famous commercial and entertainment hub located in the heart of the borough of Manhattan in New York City, is known for its iconic billboards, street performers, and crowded pedestrian areas."
  - "Chinatown, a historic and culturally rich neighborhood located in the borough of Manhattan in New York City, is known for its vibrant streets filled with colorful markets, shops, and restaurants selling authentic Chinese goods, food, and cultural experiences."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈbʌɹə/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈbɜɹoʊ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with borough
borough , sorrow , glory , story , dory , corry

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. borough
   

2. bore him
   

3. bore hole
   

4. boar
   

5. boreal
   

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Variants

List of all variants of borough that leads to same result
borough , boroughs , borough English , borough hall , county , county borough , county boroughs , metropolitan borough , metropolitan boroughs , municipal borough , municipal boroughs , pocket borough , pocket boroughs , rotten borough , rotten boroughs , inter-borough , interborough

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Derived from the Old English word 'burh', meaning a fortified town or settlement.

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