word
exurb
EK-surb
ˈɛksɜːrbListen
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Syllable breakdown
exurb
Dictionary meaning
A residential area beyond the suburbs, often with lower density and longer commutes.
History and origin
Blend of extra + suburb.
Examples
- Rapid growth in the exurb strained local roads and water service.
Common mispronunciations
eg-ZURB
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