What Does "Borough" Mean?

The term varies by country:

• England/Wales: A local government district with a royal charter (market rights, mayor). Often a town/city.
• United States: Administrative division within a city/county with some autonomy (e.g., New York City's five boroughs: Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island).
• Canada: A municipality within a metropolitan area, often with its own mayor/council and high autonomy.