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Boroughs

Verb / ˈbɜ:ˌəʊz / Another word for boroughs — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Boroughs are smaller communities within a larger city or town.

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Common collocations

  • New York boroughs
  • London boroughs
  • outer boroughs
  • inner boroughs
  • borough council
  • borough president
  • borough market
  • historic borough

Word family

noun borough
adjective borough

Usage note

A borough is a type of administrative division, often a self-governing town or a subdivision of a larger city. It is most commonly associated with the administrative structure of cities like New York and London.

Example sentences

  1. The city is divided into five boroughs.
  2. Each borough has its own government.
  3. The borough of Manhattan is where many famous landmarks are located.
  4. My favorite borough to visit is Brooklyn.
  5. Staten Island is the smallest borough.

Quotes

  • "I fell in love with New York City. The energy, the culture, the people, the architecture, the parks, the food - I just couldn't get enough. I loved exploring the different boroughs." - Chrissy Teigen
  • "I know the Bronx like the back of my hand, so when I got lost in San Francisco, I had to get a map. I'm not too familiar with the city, but I'll find my way. That's for sure." - Jennifer Lopez
  • "I love living in Brooklyn. It's the coolest borough." - Andy Cohen

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