Suburb
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noun
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verb
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(As a noun)
Suburb ( noun )
- An outlying district of a city or town, typically residential in nature and less affluent than the central area.
- A residential area on the outskirts of a city or town, typically inhabited by middle-class families.
Origin:
From the latin word "suburbium", meaning "an outlying district of a city or town".
Examples:
- He moved to the suburbs to raise his family in a quieter and more spacious environment.
- The suburb of Lakeview is known for its large, historic homes and tree-lined streets.
- The city's suburban areas have been growing at a faster rate than the central city.
- The crime rate in the suburbs is generally lower than in the inner city.
- Suburban sprawl is a major problem in many cities, as it leads to loss of green spaces and increased traffic.
(As a verb)
Suburb ( verb )
- An outlying district of a city or town, typically residential in nature and less affluent than the central area.
- A residential area on the outskirts of a city or town, typically inhabited by middle-class families.
Origin:
From the latin word "suburbium", meaning "an outlying district of a city or town".
Examples:
- He moved to the suburbs to raise his family in a quieter and more spacious environment.
- The suburb of Lakeview is known for its large, historic homes and tree-lined streets.
- The city's suburban areas have been growing at a faster rate than the central city.
- The crime rate in the suburbs is generally lower than in the inner city.
- Suburban sprawl is a major problem in many cities, as it leads to loss of green spaces and increased traffic.