Meaning of the word "county borough" in English
What does "county borough" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
county borough
US /ˈkaʊnti ˈbɜːroʊ/
UK /ˈkaʊnti ˈbʌrə/
Noun
a borough that is administratively independent of the county in which it is geographically located
Example:
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The city was designated a county borough in 1889, giving it greater autonomy.
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Many county boroughs were abolished or reorganized in the 1970s.
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