the extent of a surface or plane figure measured in square units
a piece of ground
an area set aside for campers
a particular space or surface, or one serving a special function
a reception area
the extent, range, or scope of a concept, operation, or activity; a field
in the area of foreign policy
a sunken court or yard giving access to the basement of a building
areal adj
[Latin area piece of level ground, threshing floor, from arēre to be dry]