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district

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of district

an area (as of a city) set apart for some purpose or having some special feature
  • Independence Hall in Philadelphia's historic district
Synonyms of district

neighborhood, quarter, section
Words Related to district

belt, zone

department, division, part

precinct, ward

area, backyard, locality, place, region

barrio, enclave, ghetto, hood (or 'hood)

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