areas

1. a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)Examples: "it was a mountainous area"; "Bible country"Synonyms: area, country

2. a subject of studyExamples: "it was his area of specialization"; "areas of interest include..."Synonyms: area

3. a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerveExamples: "in the abdominal region"Synonyms: area, region

4. a particular environment or walk of lifeExamples: "his social sphere is limited"; "it was a closed area of employment"; "he's out of my orbit"Synonyms: area, arena, domain, field, orbit, sphere

5. a part of a structure having some specific characteristic or functionExamples: "the spacious cooking area provided plenty of room for servants"Synonyms: area

6. the extent of a 2-dimensional surface enclosed within a boundaryExamples: "the area of a rectangle"; "it was about 500 square feet in area"Synonyms: area, expanse, surface area