Conurbation

Conurbation

ˌkänərˈbāSHən

Noun

  • An extended urban area, typically consisting of several towns merging with the suburbs of one or more cities.

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Example Sentences

“Therese lived in the conurbation of New York City, but she called herself a Long Islander.”

“I live in a fast-paced urban conurbation, but I want to retire in the country.”

“After growing up on a farm, the hustle and bustle of the conurbation was overwhelming.”

Word Origin

Latin, early 20th century

Why this word?

The Latin words “con,” meaning “together,” and “urb,” meaning “city,” developed into the word “conurbation,” which depicts multiple neighboring cities or towns grouped together into a region. According to the United Nations, more than half of the world’s population lives in an urban area, and that percentage is expected to jump to 70% by 2050. This means more likely than not, you are a member of a conurbation.

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