uptown
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Noun — The residential or outer part of a city, away from the main business district.
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How to use uptown
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Etymology
From up + town; usage varies by city — in Manhattan it means north, but in some cities (like Charlotte) it refers to the downtown core itself.
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What does “uptown” mean?
The word “uptown” means the residential or outer part of a city, away from the main business district. In plain terms, the part of a city away from downtown — though the exact meaning shifts depending on which city you're talking about.
How do you pronounce “uptown”?
“Uptown” is pronounced UHP-town (/ˈʌptaʊn/ in IPA).
How do you use “uptown” in a sentence?
Here is “uptown” used in a sentence: “They moved uptown for the quieter streets and bigger apartments.”
What part of speech is “uptown”?
Depending on how it is used, “uptown” can be a noun, an adverb and an adjective.
Is “uptown” a common word?
“Uptown” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “uptown” have?
“Uptown” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the residential or outer part of a city, away from the main business district.