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conurbation

UK
/ˌkɒn.əˈbeɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌkɑː.nɚˈbeɪ.ʃən/

Translations

conurbationnoun
conurbations
pl
UK
/ˌkɒn.əˈbeɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌkɑː.nɚˈbeɪ.ʃən/
The conurbation of the Greater Los Angeles area includes numerous cities and towns that have grown together over time.
La conurbation du Grand Los Angeles comprend de nombreuses villes et communes qui se sont développées les unes avec les autres au fil du temps.
Additional translations
agglomération urbaineTerme explicatif, moins spécifique que le mot emprunté conurbation.
Synonyms
urban area
metropolitan area
city
town
megalopolis
urban agglomeration
conurbationadjective
UK
/ˌkɒn.əˈbeɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌkɑː.nɚˈbeɪ.ʃən/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "conurbation planning").
The regional council is responsible for conurbation transport planning.
Le conseil régional est chargé de la planification des transports conurbains.

Definitions

conurbationnoun
An extended urban area, typically consisting of several towns merging with the suburbs of one or more cities.
The conurbation of the Greater Los Angeles area includes numerous cities and towns that have grown together over time.
conurbationadjective
Relating to or designating a conurbation.
The regional council is responsible for conurbation transport planning.
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