"Manhattanization" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From Manhattanize + -ation. Etymology templates: {{af|en|Manhattanize|-ation}} Manhattanize + -ation Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Manhattanization (uncountable)
  1. The construction of many tall or densely situated buildings in a city. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Urban studies
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