area

  1. Noun.  (mathematics) A measure of the extent of a surface; it is measured in square units.
  2. Noun.  A particular geographic region.
  3. Noun.  Any particular extent of surface, especially an empty or unused extent.
  4. Noun.  Figuratively, any extent, scope or range of an object or concept.
  5. Noun.  (British) An open space, below ground level, between the front of a house and the pavement.
  6. Noun.  (soccer) penalty box; penalty area.

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