Manhattanization

English

Etymology

Manhattanize +‎ -ation

Noun

Manhattanization (uncountable)

1. The construction of many tall or densely situated buildings in a city.
   • 1979 February 12, “‘Manhattanization’ Fears Snag Crocker Bank Plan”, in New York Times‎^[1]:

     The city's urban plan prescribes a 500‐foot height limit there to preserve the area's present character, and Mr. Starbuck, long‐time foe of “Manhattanization,” said be feared that granting the variance would lead to unwanted office towers up and down the street.