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urbanization
/ˌɜːr.bən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
[/ˌɜːr.bən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/]
growth of cities
Advancednoun
Definition
The increasing concentration of population in cities and the growth of urban areas.
Example
Rapid urbanization strained the city's housing, transport, and water systems within a decade.
Rapid urbanization strained the city's housing, transport, and water systems within a decade.
Etymology
From Latin 'urbanus' (of the city); the term spread with industrial growth.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in geography, economics, and urban planning.