1. words, phrases, or expressions characteristic of city life or urban culture
Usage: plural form
2. theories, practices, or characteristics related to urban planning and city development
Usage: technical; urban planning context

Examples

• The linguist studied various urbanisms that emerged in different metropolitan areas.
• Street slang and other urbanisms often spread through social media.
• The professor discussed modern urbanisms in her city planning course.
• These urbanisms reflect the changing nature of urban communities.
• The book explores how urbanisms influence architectural design.
• Local urbanisms can vary significantly between different cities.