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Borough

usgb/ˈbɜːrəʊ/Volume
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Local Government

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

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The borough's government organizes local festivals.
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Part of City

A borough is often a smaller section within a larger city, each with unique characteristics.

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She lives in the Greenwich borough, known for its rich maritime history.
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Not a Village

Do not confuse a borough with a village; boroughs are usually more urban and developed.

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He mistakenly referred to the suburban borough as a village.
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