Suburb

/ˈsʌb.ɜːrb/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A residential area situated on the outskirts of a city or large town.

They moved to a suburb to enjoy a quieter, more family-friendly environment.

A district lying immediately outside a major city.

Many people who work in the city prefer to live in the suburbs where housing is more affordable.

An area that is typically characterized by single-family homes, parks, and schools rather than commercial areas.

The suburb is known for its excellent schools and green spaces.

From Latin 'suburbium', from 'sub-' meaning 'under' + 'urbis' meaning 'city'.

suburban sprawl

The uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into suburbs.

bedroom community

A suburb where most residents commute to jobs in a nearby city.

suburban lifestyle

A way of living commonly associated with suburban areas, often characterized by larger homes and families.

city

A large town or urban area with a significant population.

urban

Relating to a city or town.

rural

Relating to the countryside, as opposed to urban areas.

The 'burbs'

She grew up in the 'burbs and moved to the city for college.

Suburbia

Life in suburbia can be quite different from that in the city's core.