Ruralize
Pronunciation: /ˈɹʊɹəɫˈaɪˈzi/
Ruralize (verb)
- To change a place so it becomes more like the countryside, with fewer city features and a more rural way of life.
- To plan or manage an area in a way that reduces urban character and increases rural land use and activities.
Examples
- The program ruralizes the area by supporting small farms.
- They ruralize the neighborhood with gardens and local markets.