Definition of townscape

townscapenoun

Townscape

/ˈtaʊnskeɪp//ˈtaʊnskeɪp/

"Townscape" is a relatively modern word, blending the concepts of "town" and "landscape." It emerged in the mid-20th century, likely as a result of growing interest in urban planning and the aesthetics of cities. The word gained popularity as a way to distinguish the unique character and visual aspects of urban areas, emphasizing the interplay between buildings, streets, and public spaces. Its use became more widespread with the rise of urban renewal projects and the development of urban design principles.

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what you see when you look at a town, for example from a distance

những gì bạn nhìn thấy khi bạn nhìn vào một thị trấn, ví dụ như từ xa

Example:
  • an industrial townscape

    cảnh quan đô thị công nghiệp

a picture of a town

một bức ảnh của một thị trấn

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