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metropolitanize

/mɛtrəpɒlɪtaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does metropolitanize mean?

verb

To make or become metropolitan in character or style, typically by adopting modern or urban features.

Example

"The city's efforts to metropolitanize its downtown area included building a new public transportation system and renovating historic buildings."

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