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burbs
1. Parts of Speech: noun
2. Definitions:
- a shortened form of the word "suburbs"
- an area outside a city or town, typically comprised of residential neighborhoods and commercial districts
3. Pronunciations:
4. Origin and Usage:
The word "burbs" is a shortened form of the word "suburbs". It originated in the United States in the mid-20th century and has since become a common colloquialism in American English. It is often used to refer to residential areas outside of a city or town, typically characterized by single-family homes and a quieter, more suburban lifestyle.
5. Synonyms:
- suburbs
- outskirts
- periphery
6. Related Words:
- urban
- subur
- towns
- cities
- zones
7. Example Sentences:
- "The family moved to the burbs to escape the hustle and bustle of the city."
- "Many people prefer the burbs to the city because of the lower crime rates and better schools."
- "The new shopping center in the burbs is drawing customers away from the citys downtown area."