region; administrative district; colony/territory
Meanings
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region; area; locality
Refers to a relatively broad geographical area, not necessarily defined by administrative boundaries.
The western region of Hubei has beautiful scenery.
Transportation is not very convenient in this mountainous area.
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The climate in coastal regions is usually milder.
noun
administrative region; prefecture
A sub-provincial administrative division in China. Previously called '专区' (zhuānqū).
He once served as a commissioner in a certain prefecture.
This administrative region governs eight counties.
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region participating in international activities
Refers to regions within a country that participate separately in certain international activities, such as Hong Kong and Macau.
The Hong Kong region participates in certain international sports events under the name 'Hong Kong, China'.
The Macau region enjoys a high degree of autonomy.
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colony; dependent territory
Refers to colonies, protectorates, trust territories, or other non-self-governing territories.
Historically, many regions in Africa were colonies of European powers.
The United Nations is concerned with the right to self-determination of peoples in non-self-governing territories.