noun
- a large city block formed by combining several smaller blocks, typically by closing some streets to through traffic
- a large residential or commercial development that occupies an area equivalent to several city blocks
Usage: urban planning
Usage: real estate; urban development
Examples
- The city created a superblock by closing two streets to create more pedestrian space.
- The new shopping superblock will include retail stores, restaurants, and office space.
- Urban planners designed the superblock to reduce traffic congestion in the downtown area.
- The residential superblock houses over 2,000 families in multiple apartment buildings.
- Barcelona is famous for its superblocks that prioritize pedestrians over cars.
- The superblock development transformed the old industrial area into a modern mixed-use district.