province — a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɑːvɪns/
Example Sentences
- He moved from the busy capital to a quiet province where cows outnumber people.
- The new teacher discovered that classroom management was definitely not her province.
- Each province in Canada has its own unique culture and traditions.
province
NOUN[/ˈprɑːvɪns/]
a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires
The northern province grows most of the country's rice and wheat.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'provincia', originally denoting a conquered territory administered by a Roman governor. The term combines 'pro' (forward) and 'vincere' (to conquer), literally meaning land conquered as Rome expanded.
Breakdown
pro- (forward, before) + vincere (to conquer) → provincia (conquered territory).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He moved from the busy capital to a quiet province where cows outnumber people.”
“The new teacher discovered that classroom management was definitely not her province.”
“Each province in Canada has its own unique culture and traditions.”
“Cooking is my mom's province - I'm not allowed to touch the stove!”
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