Suburb
Suburb
Suburb (/ˈsʌbɜːrb/) is a term used to describe a residential area or a mixed use area, either existing as part of a city or urban area or as a separate residential community within commuting distance of a city.
Etymology
The term "suburb" comes from the Latin suburbium, which is a combination of sub, meaning "under or below", and urbs, meaning "city". It was first used in English in the late 14th century.
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Definition
A suburb is a mixed-use or residential area, existing either as part of a city or urban area or as a separate residential community within commuting distance of a city. Suburbs might have their own political jurisdiction, especially in the United States, or may be administratively dependent on the city, with varying degrees of political autonomy.
Characteristics
Suburbs are generally spread out over greater distances than other types of living environments. People often live in suburbs in order to avoid the noise, crime, and congestion of a city. Suburbs are often seen as safer and quieter than cities, and they often have more green space.
History
The development of suburbs has been largely influenced by the availability of land, the increase in commuting distance made possible by rail and road systems, and the desire to leave city life behind.
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References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Suburb
- Wikipedia's article - Suburb
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