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Megalopolis

usgb/ˌmeɡəˈlɑːpəlɪs/Volume
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Megalopolis refers to a region much larger than a single city, combining multiple urban areas. SlideThe Northeastern United States has a megalopolis stretching from Boston to Washington D.C.
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It implies an area with an exceptionally high number of people living close together. SlideTokyo-Yokohama is such a densely populated megalopolis that it feels like one continuous city.
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Megalopolis isn't just large; it includes urban features like skyscrapers, transport systems, and cultural centers. SlideThe megalopolis has a vast network of subways and trains connecting its diverse neighborhoods.