City Definition & Meaning

city
noun
  1. a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts; "Ancient Troy was a great city"
  2. an incorporated administrative district established by state charter; "the city raised the tax rate"
  3. people living in a large densely populated municipality; "the city voted for Republicans in 1994"

"City" in song lyrics

See how city is used in real songs:

  • "Fly out to Newark, New Jersey, Caravan through the city"
    1982 (Statik Selektah & Termanology) f/ Cassidy, Xzibit — Goin Back
  • "Gritty with a fitty bow and arrow, New York City"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Clocka, Lighter Shade, Othorized F.A.M. — New York
  • "Eight million stories in the butt naked city"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Lighter Shade — We in the Realm

Usage tips for "city"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "city" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for city to find words that pair well.

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