ar·e·a ( P ) Pronunciation Key (âr-)
n.
A roughly bounded part of the space on a surface; a region: a farming area; the New York area.
A surface, especially an open, unoccupied piece of ground: a landing area; a playing area.
A distinct part or section, as of a building, set aside for a specific function: a storage area in the basement.
A division of experience, activity, or knowledge; a field: studies in the area of finance; a job in the health-care area.
An open, sunken space next to a building; an areaway.
Abbr. A The extent of a planar region or of the surface of a solid measured in square units.
Computer Science. A section of storage set aside for a particular purpose