Definition

1. Noun:
   • The boundary or outer edge of the area officially designated as a city or town: "city limit" refers to the legal or administrative line separating the incorporated area of a city from the surrounding, unincorporated territory.

Usage

• The term "city limit" is typically used in its plural form, "city limits," to describe the general boundary area. It is often seen on road signs indicating entry into or exit from a city's jurisdiction.
• It is used to discuss legal jurisdiction, municipal services, and geographical boundaries.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The new housing development is just outside the city limits. (The development is not within the official boundary of the city.)
  • A sign welcomed us as we crossed the city limit. (A sign marked the point of entering the city's official area.)
  • Police authority changes at the city limits. (The jurisdiction of the city police ends at that boundary.)

Advanced Usage

• "within the city limits": inside the official boundary of the city.
  • All properties within the city limits pay a local tax.
• "beyond the city limits" or "outside the city limits": outside the official boundary of the city.
  • The airport is located just beyond the city limits.

Variants and Related Words

• City boundary (n): A synonym for city limit, emphasizing the dividing line.
• Town limit (n): The equivalent boundary for a town.
• Municipal boundary (n): A more formal term for the limit of a city or town's incorporated area.
• Corporate limits (n): A legal term often used interchangeably with city limits, referring to the area over which a municipal corporation has authority.

Synonyms

• Municipal boundary: The official limit of a municipality.
• Town boundary: The outer edge of a town's area.

Related Phrases

• City limit sign: The physical sign marking the boundary.
  • We passed the city limit sign an hour ago.

Noun

1. the limits of the area occupied by a city or town