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urbanisation

/ˌɜːrbənˈaɪzɪˌzeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does urbanisation mean?

noun

The process of becoming or making a place more urban, or the state of being urban. The growth or development of cities.

Example

"The rapid urbanisation of the countryside has led to a shortage of housing."

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