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periphery

/ˈpɜːrfərɪ/ noun · British & US
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What does periphery mean?

noun

The outer part or edge of something; the area around the center of something.

Example

"The city's periphery is experiencing rapid growth and development."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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