The concept of "agglomeration" is pivotal in various fields such as urban studies, economics, and material sciences. In urban contexts, it refers to the concentration of activities in metropolitan regions, often driving economic development through proximity and resource sharing. In materials science, it describes the clumping of particles, which can influence the properties of substances. The term bridges natural, industrial, and social phenomena, highlighting its diverse applications.
agglomeration in English
- agglomeration⇄agglomeration, noun.
1. a mass of things gathered or clustered together.
Ex. an agglomeration of stars. The buildings are huge agglomerations of aluminum and glass (David Boroff).
2. the act of agglomerating.
3. an agglomerated c
agglomeration in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
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agglomeration in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
Agglomeration
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/əˌɡlɒm.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
Definitions
- The act or process of collecting in a mass; a heaping together.
- A mass or cluster of things brought together.
- An extended urban area consisting of a central city and its suburbs or outlying regions.
Usage Examples
- The agglomeration of particles formed a dense layer on the surface.
- The city is an agglomeration of various districts and suburbs.
- Economic activity is often concentrated in large urban agglomerations.
Etymology
Derived from Latin agglomerare (to form into a mass), combining ad- (to) and glomerare (to gather), with the suffix -tion denoting action or condition.
Synonyms
- Cluster
- Mass
- Assemblage
- Conglomeration
Antonyms
- Dispersal
- Separation
- Diffusion
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Aglomeración | [aɡlo.me.ɾaˈθjon] |
| French | Agglomération | [a.ɡlɔ.me.ʁa.sjɔ̃] |
| German | Agglomeration | [ˌaɡlo.meːˈʁaː.t͡si̯oːn] |
| Hindi | संकुलन | [səŋkulan] |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
UK: /əˌɡlɒm.əˈreɪ.ʃən/, US: /əˌɡlɑː.məˈreɪ.ʃən/
Historical Usage
The term "agglomeration" has been used since the 17th century to describe the process of clustering or collecting objects into a mass. Over time, it has also come to refer to urban regions and industrial hubs.
Cultural Nuances
"Agglomeration" is often used in economics to describe the clustering of businesses, industries, and services in urban centers. It carries implications of efficiency, innovation, and growth in urban planning and economic development.