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exurbanite

 

[ ษ›kหˆzษœr.bษนษ™.naษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

urban geography

An exurbanite is a person who resides in an exurban area, which typically lies beyond the suburbs of a city. These areas are characterized by lower population density and a more rural atmosphere compared to suburban settings. Exurbanites often commute to urban centers for work while enjoying the tranquility and space afforded by living in less densely populated regions. The lifestyle of exurbanites may include a greater appreciation for nature and outdoor activities, which contrasts with urban living.

Synonyms

commuter, rural dweller, suburbanite

Examples of usage

  • Many exurbanites prefer to cultivate large gardens.
  • The exurbanite community often organizes local events.
  • Exurbanites sometimes face longer commuting times.
  • Many exurbanites work remotely majority of the time.

Translations

Translations of the word "exurbanite" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น exurbano

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเค•เฅเคธเฅเคฐเคฌเคพเค‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Exurbanit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ exurban

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะบะทัƒั€ะฑะฐะฝั–ั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ekzurbanita

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใ‚ฏใ‚นใ‚ขใƒผใƒใƒ‹ใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท exurbain

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ exurbano

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ekzurbanite

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—‘์Šค์–ด๋ฐ˜๋‹ˆํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅูƒุฒุฑุจุงู†ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ exurbanita

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ exurbanita

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ƒŠๅŒบๅฑ…ๆฐ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ekzurbanit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ exurbanite

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะบะทัƒั€ะฑะฐะฝะธั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒฅแƒกแƒฃแƒ แƒ‘แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ekzurbanit

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ exurbano

Word origin

The term 'exurbanite' is derived from 'exurb', a word coined in the mid-20th century, which refers to the areas beyond the suburbs. The prefix 'ex-' suggests a sense of being outside or beyond, while 'urb' is derived from the Latin 'urbs', meaning city. The concept of exurban living became more prominent as urban areas expanded and people began seeking lifestyles that offered a balance between rural serenity and urban convenience. As more families and professionals moved away from densely populated cities in search of affordable housing and larger properties, the popularity of exurban living grew. This term reflects not only a geographical distinction but also a lifestyle choice that values space, community, and access to nature, leading to its adoption in discussions of urban planning and sociology.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,250, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.