noun
- the central business districts of cities or towns
Usage: plural of downtown
Examples
- Many downtowns have been revitalized with new shops and restaurants.
- The downtowns of major cities often feature tall office buildings.
- Urban planners study how different downtowns develop over time.
- Some downtowns become quiet after business hours.
- The conference compared downtowns from various American cities.
- Historic downtowns attract both tourists and local residents.