ˈərbəˌnizəm, ˈə̄b-, ˈəib- noun
( -s )
Etymology: French urbanisme, from Latin urbanus urban + French -isme -ism
1. : the condition or characteristic way of life of those who live in an urban area
2. : the study and theory of building and other physical needs in cities or predominantly urban cultures : city planning
3. : urbanization