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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The populated area surrounding a city. plural, plural-only
2. 2
   plural of suburb form-of, plural

Synonyms

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alentoursambienceambitbarrioblack ghettoblighted area

Antonyms

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city

Example

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"The construction of a highway will contribute to the growth of the suburbs."

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