urban sprawl meaning

UK US /ˈɝbən sprɔl/ 3 syllables

urban sprawl (noun): an aggregation or continuous network of urban communities.

Definition of urban sprawl

  1. an aggregation or continuous network of urban communities

    Synonyms: conurbation, sprawl

    Type of: urban area

    Kinds: subtopia, Luda

How to pronounce urban sprawl

urban sprawl is pronounced /ˈɝbən sprɔl/ in American English. It has 3 syllables.

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