Canton (noun)

1. A small administrative division of a country, typically one of several constituting a federal state.
2. A district or area marked off for a specific purpose.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french canton, from provençal canton, from latin canton- "corner, district", from cantus "corner, edge".

Examples:

1. The canton of Zurich is the most populous of the Swiss cantons.
2. The canton is known for its beautiful landscapes.
3. The company is headquartered in the canton of Geneva.
4. The canton of Jura is the smallest in Switzerland.
5. The canton system was abolished in France during the revolution.