canton Synonyms
Another word for canton
• noun (Context 1)
A political or administrative subdivision of a country, especially one of the states of the Swiss Confederation or a local territorial district in France.
"Each province in Switzerland maintains its own constitution, legislature, and judicial system."
• noun (Context 2)
A rectangular division occupying the upper hoist corner of a flag or banner, or a diminutive square charge in the upper corner of a heraldic shield.
"The blue quarter of the American flag contains fifty white stars representing the states."
• verb (Context 3)
To divide a territory or region into distinct administrative districts or portions.
"The treaty sought to partition the disputed borderlands into self-governing municipalities."
• verb (Context 4)
To quarter or assign personnel to temporary lodgings or residences.
"During the winter months, the expedition was forced to quarter in several mountain villages."
Opposites of canton
The opposite of canton shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: