1. the processes by which rural areas become urban through population growth and development
Usage: plural form
2. urban areas or developments that have been created through the urbanization process
Usage: plural form; refers to the resulting areas

Examples

• The rapid urbanizations in developing countries have created new challenges for city planners.
• Multiple urbanizations along the coast have changed the region’s character completely.
• These urbanizations lack adequate infrastructure for their growing populations.
• The government studied various urbanizations to understand successful development patterns.
• Environmental concerns arose from the uncontrolled urbanizations near the wetlands.
• Modern urbanizations often include mixed-use developments and green spaces.