Commune (Noun)
Meaning 1
The smallest administrative district of several European countries.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The commune of Paris is divided into 20 arrondissements, each with its own mayor and council.
- The commune of Cinque Terre in Italy is a popular tourist destination known for its scenic hiking trails.
- In Romania, a commune is the smallest administrative unit, often consisting of a village and its surrounding hamlets.
- The commune of Mont Saint-Michel in France is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its medieval abbey.
- In Norway, a commune is called a kommun, and is responsible for providing local services such as education and healthcare.
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Meaning 2
A body of people or families living together and sharing everything.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.