noun

1. AREA, a part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function
2. AREA, the extent of a 2-dimensional surface enclosed within a boundary
3. AREA, a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve
4. AREA, a subject of study
5. AREA, a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)
6. AREA, a particular environment or walk of life
7. AREA, a part or section within a larger place
8. AREA, a section of space within a building, room, etc.
9. AREA, a part of the surface of something (such as a person's body or a piece of cloth)

1. Settlers came to this area from the east.
2. The group visited the area during a hunting trip.
3. in the area surrounding the lake