"Civic" meaning in English

See Civic in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

IPA: /ˈsɪvɪk/
Etymology: Refers to the area's status as the civic centre. Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Civic
  1. A central business district of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Categories (place): Places in Australia, Places in Canberra, Places in the Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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