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Meaning of conurbation
A conurbation refers to a large urban area formed by the growth and merging of towns and cities.
Etymology of conurbation
The word "conurbation" comes from the Latin words "con-" meaning "together" and "urbs" meaning "city".
It was first used in the early 20th century to describe the growth and merging of urban areas.
Synonyms
metropolis
city
town
urban area
municipality
conglomeration
agglomeration
megalopolis
megacity
urban sprawl
suburban area
exurb
satellite city
urbanization
cityscape
downtown
central business district
metropolitan area
urban cluster
population center
civic center
city center
business district
commercial center
industrial area
residential area
suburban sprawl
urban growth
city limits
municipal boundaries
Definitions
- A conurbation is a large area of urban development, typically consisting of several towns or cities that have merged to form a single urban entity.
- * It can also refer to the process of urbanization and the expansion of cities into surrounding areas.
Usage Examples
- The conurbation of Tokyo and its surrounding cities has created a vast urban area with a population of over 30 million people.
- * The city's conurbation with neighboring towns has led to the development of a large metropolitan area.
Antonyms
village
hamlet
rural area
countryside
wilderness
isolated area
remote area
desert
wasteland
barren land
sparsely populated area
thinly populated area
unpopulated area
uninhabited area
ghost town
abandoned city
deserted village
isolated community
rural community
scattered settlement
dispersed settlement