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urban-focused

|ur/ban-fo/cused|

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/ˈɜrbən ˈfoʊkəst/

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/ˈɜːbən ˈfəʊkəst/

city-centered

Etymology
Etymology Information

'urban-focused' originates from the combination of 'urban,' derived from Latin 'urbanus,' meaning 'of or pertaining to a city,' and 'focused,' from Latin 'focus,' meaning 'hearth' or 'center.'

Historical Evolution

'urban' changed from the Latin word 'urbanus' and eventually became the modern English word 'urban.' 'Focused' evolved from the Latin 'focus' through Middle English 'focussed.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'urban' meant 'pertaining to a city,' and 'focused' meant 'centered on a point.' Together, they evolved to mean 'concentrated on city areas.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

concentrated on or directed towards urban areas or city life.

The new policy is urban-focused, aiming to improve public transportation in cities.

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Last updated: 2025/01/20 00:55