regionas
Regionas is a term in several languages, most commonly Lithuanian and Latvian, where it translates to "region." It is used to refer to a geographic area that shares common features, boundaries, or functions. The exact status and boundaries of a region depend on local law, tradition, and purpose, so "regionas" is not a universal administrative unit.
Etymology and scope: The word derives from Latin regio through European languages; in Baltic languages it provides
Types and uses: Regions can be administrative units, such as government subdivisions; they can also be historical
Examples and contemporary relevance: Regional planning, development programs, and cultural policy often operate at the region
See also: Region (geography), Regionalism, Administrative division.