also: いちりつ
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Used for institutions and facilities established and operated by a city government, such as schools, hospitals, and libraries. Often contrasted with 私立 (private) and 国立 (national).
See also: 私立 (しりつ)
この図書館は市立なので、市民は無料で利用できます。
This library is municipal, so city residents can use it for free.
彼は市立病院で働いています。
He works at a city hospital.