Area

/ˈɛəriə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A specific extent of space or surface.

The area of the park is large enough to accommodate several sports fields.

A region or part of a larger place; a section.

She lives in a quiet area of the city, away from the busy streets.

A field of study or activity.

He is an expert in the area of molecular biology.

The surface extent of a shape or figure.

To find the area of a rectangle, multiply its length by its width.

A space or a location designated for a particular purpose.

The conference will be held in the main area of the auditorium.

Latin 'area', meaning 'open space' or 'level ground'.

in the area

referring to a specific location nearby.

area of expertise

a field of knowledge in which someone is qualified.

off the beaten area

a place that is not commonly visited.

territory

an area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.

region

a large area distinguished by similar features.

space

the physical universe beyond the earth's atmosphere.

The hood

I grew up in the hood, that’s my area.

The block

He’s the king of the block; everyone knows him in the area.