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Examples of downtown in a Sentence
the downtown clientele of this bistro come to be seen, and the food is only an afterthought
First Known Use of downtown
1836
Definition of downtown
: the lower part of a city; especially : the main business district
First Known Use of downtown
1845
DOWNTOWN Defined for English Language Learners
downtown
playDefinition of downtown for English Language Learners
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: the main or central part of a city or town : the part of a city or town where there are tall buildings, stores, offices, etc.
DOWNTOWN Defined for Kids
Definition of downtown for Students
: the main or central part of a city or town
Definition of downtown for Students
: to or toward the main or central part of a city or town walked downtown
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