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municipality

[mjuːnɪsɪˈpæləti]

municipality Definition

a city or town that has its own government to deal with local issues.

Using municipality: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "municipality" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The municipality is responsible for maintaining the roads and public spaces.

  • Example

    The municipality has announced plans to build a new community center.

  • Example

    The municipality is holding a public meeting to discuss the proposed changes to the zoning laws.

municipality Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for municipality

Phrases with municipality

  • the government of a municipality

    Example

    The municipal government is responsible for providing essential services to the residents.

  • municipal services

    services provided by the municipality, such as garbage collection, water supply, and road maintenance

    Example

    The municipality has improved its municipal services in recent years.

  • a legal entity that is created by a municipality to carry out specific functions, such as providing electricity or managing public transportation

    Example

    The municipal corporation is responsible for maintaining the city's public transportation system.

Origins of municipality

from Latin 'municipalis', meaning 'of a citizen of a free town'

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Summary: municipality in Brief

A 'municipality' [mjuːnɪsɪˈpæləti] is a city or town that has its own government to deal with local issues. It is responsible for providing essential services to the residents, such as garbage collection, water supply, and road maintenance. The term extends into phrases like 'municipal government,' and 'municipal corporation,' denoting the government and legal entities created by the municipality.