greater

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈɡɹeɪtə/]

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1. greater (adj) — sense 1

Definition: Of two (or, rarely, more than two) things: the larger in size (bigger), in value, in importance etc.

Example: greater yellowlegs

2. greater (adj) — sense 2

Definition: In the names of places or geographic features:: The larger geographic or administrative area that encompasses or belongs to a place (especially if both share the same name).

Example: Greater Antilles

3. greater (adj) — sense 3

Definition: In the names of places or geographic features:: Including the surrounding urban areas and conurbation (of a city or other large settlement).

Example: Greater London

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