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Region

Area distinguished by certain characteristics.

area zone

A region refers to an area distinguished by certain characteristics, such as geographical features, political boundaries, cultural traits, or economic functions.

Etymology

From Latin *rēgiōn-*, from *rēgēs* 'king'.

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A region is like a neighborhood, but for bigger areas - it's an area on Earth that has similar features, like climate or culture.

Fun Facts

Regions can be defined in many ways, such as by climate, culture, or economy
Some regions are very large, like Europe, while others are smaller, like a valley
Regions help us understand and organize the world around us

FAQ

What is a region? An area with shared characteristics
How are regions defined? By physical, cultural, or economic factors
What is a geographic region? An area with similar landforms and climate

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

area zone district

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

area geographic area

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

country state province

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

world planet

Indexes

administrative division cultural region geographical designation

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