word
County
KOW-ntee
/ˈkaʊntiː/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
county
Dictionary meaning
(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government.
Examples
- The county has a population of 12,345 people.
- The county plans to build a new road.
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