English

county

ˈkaʊnti, ˈkaʊn.t̬i
Meaning: a political division of a state or country
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈkaʊn.t̬i

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Example sentences

This county has many small towns and farms.
This county has many small towns and farms.
The children were excited to ride the roller coaster at the county fair.
The children were excited to ride the roller coaster at the county fair.
The suspect was held in the local lockup overnight before being transferred to the county jail.
The suspect was held in the local lockup overnight before being transferred to the county jail.
He was born in Lancashire, a county in England.
He was born in Lancashire, a county in England.

Usage Notes

A county is an administrative region, often found in countries like the US, UK, and Ireland. It typically sits between the city and state/national levels of government.

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