Definition and meaning of English word "province"
province
/ˈprɒvɪns/
Meaning
NounA region of the earth or of a continent; a district or country.
How to use
The term 'province' can refer to a region within a country or a large administrative area. A common learner mistake is confusing 'province' with 'state' or 'region'. For example, 'The province of Ontario is located in Canada.'
🇬🇧 English
province
Example
I live in a province.
The province is big.
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- province of Canada— one of the ten main administrative regions of Canada
- autonomous province— a province with a high degree of self-government
- province and territory— the provinces and territories of Canada
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The English word "province" means "province" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "I live in a province." (which translates as "province").
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