borough
noun
(in certain states of the U.S.) an incorporated municipality smaller than a city.
boroughs
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pluralof borough.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Other boroughs, including Kensington and Chelsea—where Harrods is located—said they were unable to provide similar data to Westminster.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
At the same time, rents increased by 10% in both boroughs.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
"We want the GLA to implement Right to Grow within its food and housing policies so it's easier for boroughs to sign on to the framework," she said.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
At least 30,500 Londoners are on allotment waiting lists, with 16 boroughs closed to new applicants, according to a 2023 Freedom of Information request published by Greenpeace.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
It was generally agreed that a coffin-size studio on Avenue D was preferable to living in one of the boroughs.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
