Municipal

Definition

Municipal relates to a town, city, or its governing body, especially in terms of its administrative and public services.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /mjuˈnɪsɪpəl/
• Respelling: myoo-NIS-i-puhl (with "myoo" as in "music," "NIS" as in "kiss," and "puhl" as in "pull")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /mjuˈnɪsɪpəl/
• Respelling: myoo-NIS-i-puhl (similar to American English, with "myoo" as in "music," "NIS" as in "kiss," and "puhl" as in "pull")

In both dialects, "municipal" places the primary stress on the second syllable, "NIS." The pronunciation remains consistent across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "myoo-NIS-i-puhl."

Etymology

The term "municipal" comes from the Latin word "municipalis," derived from "municipium," meaning "a free city or town," which in turn is linked to "municeps," referring to "a citizen."

Derivatives

• Municipality
• Municipalize
• Municipalization
• Municipalized
• Municipalist

Synonyms

• Civic
• City
• Urban

Antonyms

• Rural
• Provincial
• Non-metropolitan

Usage

"Municipal" often refers to services, buildings, or organizations that are owned or managed by local government.

• The municipal water supply has been affected due to the recent storm.
• A new municipal building is being constructed downtown.

Related Terms

• Council
• Urban
• Local government
• City hall
• Town governance

Detailed Definition

Adjective

• Relating to a Town or City: Of or relating to the government of a municipality.‍
• Example: The mayor announced new municipal regulations.

• Pertaining to Public or Local Services: Concerning services or utilities provided or regulated by a local government.‍
• Example: The municipal waste management system has been upgraded.