area (Noun) — A particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography). ex. "it was a mountainous area"
area (Noun) — A subject of study. ex. "it was his area of specialization" ex. "areas of interest include..."
area (Noun) — A part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve. ex. "in the abdominal area"
area (Noun) — A particular environment or walk of life. ex. "it was a closed area of employment"
area (Noun) — A part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function. ex. "the spacious cooking area provided plenty of room for servants"
area (Noun) — The extent of a 2-dimensional surface enclosed within a boundary. ex. "it was about 500 square feet in area" ex. "the area of a rectangle"