ˈɛərɪə n. 1
the extent or
measure of a
surface (over a
large area; 3 acres in area; the area of a triangle). 2 a
region or tract (the
southern area). 3 a
space allocated
for a
specific purpose (dining area; camping area). 4 the scope or
range of an
activity or
study. 5 US a space
below ground
level in
front of the
basement of a
building. 6 (prec. by the)
Football =
penalty area. øøareal adj. [L, =
vacant piece of level ground]