Downtown

/ˈdaʊnˌtaʊn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The central business district of a city, typically characterized by a concentration of retail shops, offices, and cultural institutions.

The company decided to move its headquarters to downtown to be closer to its clients.

An area in a city where the buildings and businesses are more densely located, often vibrant and heavily trafficked.

On weekends, downtown is filled with people enjoying the parks and restaurants.

adverb

Toward or in the central part of a city.

They drove downtown to attend the concert.

In the direction of the downtown area.

She walked downtown to meet her friend for lunch.

Combining 'down' (to a lower place) and 'town' (a human settlement), originally referring to the area lower than the main town center.

downtown area

The portion of a city where most of the business activities occur.

downtown vibes

The atmosphere or feeling associated with the central part of a city.

uptown

The residential or less commercial areas of a city, typically located further from the central business district.

midtown

The area in a city that is between downtown and uptown, often a mix of commercial and residential.

downtowner

A term for a person living or working downtown.

A popular hangout spot in the city.

Let's meet up downtown for drinks after work.

Referring to a more lively and urban lifestyle.

She loves the downtown scene, filled with bars and entertainment.