
Borough
Local Government
A borough has its own local government for specific administrative functions.

The borough's government organizes local festivals.
Part of City
A borough is often a smaller section within a larger city, each with unique characteristics.

She lives in the Greenwich borough, known for its rich maritime history.
Not a Village
Do not confuse a borough with a village; boroughs are usually more urban and developed.

He mistakenly referred to the suburban borough as a village.
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CommuneDistrictHamletMunicipalityParishTownTownshipVillage
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