taluk

ˈtɑːluːk, ˈtɑːlʊk

Definitions

1. noun

A unit of administrative division in some Indian states, typically smaller than a district.

“The taluk office in the city handled all local government matters.”

2. noun

A division of a district in some Southeast Asian countries.

“The village fell under a particular taluk within the district.”

Synonyms

  • subdistrict
  • subdivision

Antonyms

  • regional
  • superdistrict