Definition

A piece of land that has been planned and marked to be developed into a town, including streets and buildings.

Example

The new townsite was designed to accommodate hundreds of families.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new townsite they’re planning to develop?

Yeah, I read something about it! It sounds like a big project.

I wonder what kind of amenities they will include in the townsite.

Hopefully parks and shops — that would make it more appealing!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Townsite is formed from "town" (from Old English *tun*, meaning an enclosed area or settlement) and "site" (from Latin *situs*, meaning position or location). The word "townsite" refers to the specific location or area where a town is established.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'town' as an enclosed area and 'site' as a specific location — together, they help you remember that a townsite is the location where a town is found.

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