/ˈeəriə/

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Meaning

A part of a place, or the amount of space something covers.

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Word origin

From Latin area, meaning a level, open piece of ground.

Origin
Latin
Root
area

Grammar

Gender
Pluralareas

Examples

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"Area" means one part of a larger place.

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"Areas" is the plural, meaning more than one part or space.

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Here "area" means the amount of space the grass covers.

"Area" can mean a part of a place, such as a quiet area of town, or the amount of flat space something takes up, such as the area of a room.

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This word is taught in chapter 8, lesson 2: area, club, totally and 7 more words.