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Province describes a political or geographic area smaller than nation, but larger than district or city. A province is roughly equivalent to a state.

"I live in the province of Cebu, Philippines."

Province also describes an area of responsibility or expertise;

"Yes, I work in the bookstore, but Children's Literature is not my strong point; ask Linda, that's her province"

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A territory that represents an administrative part of a certain country. Example of provinces: Quebec (Canada), Ontario (Canada)...

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