region
Translation
region, area, district
Examples
This region is known for its wine.
This region is known for its wine.
He felt a pain in the lower region of his back.
He felt a pain in the lower region of his back.
Grammar Patterns
a region ((of sth.)) an area of a country or the world The northern region of the country is mountainous.
the ((adjective)) region ((of sth.)) a part of the body He has pain in the abdominal region.
Similar Words
area, zone, district, territory
Etymology
From Latin 'regio' (direction, boundary line, district), from 'regere' (to rule).
Memory Tips
'Region' shares a root with 'king' (rex) and 'rule' (regere). A region is an area 'ruled' or defined by certain boundaries.