doughnut city en · NOUN
Etymology
In reference to the shape of the snack food, a ring with a central hole.
Meanings
- A city whose centre has deteriorated or declined as a result of rapid growth of the surrounding suburbs.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| donut city | alternative | lexicographic | |
| doughnut cities | Number=Plur | lexicographic |