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Meaning of exurban
The primary meaning of the word "exurban" refers to areas beyond the suburbs of a city, typically characterized by a mix of rural and suburban features.
Etymology of exurban
The word "exurban" has its roots in the prefix "ex-" meaning "beyond" and the word "urban" referring to cities or towns, thus literally meaning beyond the urban or city areas.
The term gained usage in the mid-20th century to describe areas that are not strictly rural but are beyond the traditional suburban zones, often exhibiting a blend of rural and suburban characteristics.
Synonyms
suburban
rural
outlying
peripheral
outer
fringe
bordering
adjoining
nearby
neighboring
adjacent
surrounding
outskirts
metropolitan
urban
provincial
regional
local
countryside
pastoral
rustic
remote
isolated
scattered
dispersed
sparse
sprawling
spread out
decentralized
nonurban
semirural
semiarid
verdant
idyllic
picturesque
scenic
bucolic
sylvan
wooded
forested
hilly
mountainous
Definitions
- Relating to or denoting areas beyond the suburbs of a city, typically characterized by a mix of rural and suburban features.
- * Located in or relating to the exurbs, which are areas of rural-urban fringe beyond the suburbs.
Usage Examples
- The exurban areas surrounding the city have seen significant growth in recent years due to their attractive landscapes and relatively affordable housing.
- * Many exurban communities face challenges in providing public services due to their dispersed populations and lack of infrastructure.
Antonyms
urban
city
metropolitan
inner-city
downtown
central
core
inner
industrial
commercial
densely populated
crowded
innermost
centralized
compact
concentrated
inner urban
town
municipal
civic
public