municipality
Translation
municipality, city, town
Examples
The municipality is responsible for local services.
The municipality is responsible for local services.
She works for the local municipality.
She works for the local municipality.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a city or town that has its own local government The municipality provides waste collection services.
Similar Words
Synonyms: local government, city, town
Etymology
From Latin 'municipium' (a town with Roman citizenship rights), from 'munus' (duty, service) + 'capere' (to take).
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'muni-' relates to public service (like 'community') and '-cipality' sounds like 'city'. A city with public services.