regeneration
Meaning: The renewal and transformation of a run-down urban area through investment, development, and improvement of infrastructure, housing, and public spaces.
Urban regeneration has been a major policy objective in Britain since the decline of traditional industries in the late 20th century. Projects such as the London Docklands, Manchester's Salford Quays, and Liverpool's Albert Dock are prominent examples. Regeneration aims to attract investment, create jobs, and improve quality of life, though critics sometimes argue that it leads to gentrification and displacement. In biology, regeneration refers to the regrowth of lost or damaged tissue.
Examples
- The regeneration of the docklands area has transformed derelict warehouses into a vibrant mixed-use neighbourhood. 码头区的再生将废弃的仓库改造成了充满活力的综合用途社区。La regeneración de la zona portuaria ha transformado almacenes abandonados en un barrio vibrante de uso mixto.港湾地区の再生により、廃墟と化した倉庫が活気ある複合用途の街区に生まれ変わりました。항만 지구의 재생 사업으로 폐허가 된 창고들이 활기 넘치는 복합 용도 주거 지구로 탈바꿈했습니다.
- Community groups expressed concern that the regeneration scheme would price local residents out of their own neighbourhood. 社区团体担忧再生计划会使当地居民因房价上涨而被迫离开自己的社区。Los colectivos vecinales expresaron su preocupación por que el plan de regeneración encareciera los precios y expulsara a los residentes locales de su propio barrio.地域団体は、再生計画が地元住民を自分たちの地域から追い出す結果になるのではないかと懸念を表明しました。지역사회 단체들은 재생 계획이 지역 주민들을 자신들의 동네에서 밀어낼 수 있다는 우려를 표명했습니다.
- The starfish demonstrated remarkable powers of regeneration, growing back an entire arm within months. 这只海星展示了惊人的再生能力,在几个月内重新长出了一整条手臂。La estrella de mar demostró una notable capacidad de regeneración, regenerando un brazo entero en pocos meses.そのヒトデは驚くべき再生力を見せ、数か月で腕を丸ごと再生させました。그 불가사리는 놀라운 재생 능력을 보여 수개월 만에 팔 하나를 완전히 다시 자라게 했습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: professional, media, academic
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin regeneratio (a being born again), from regenerare (to bring forth again), combining re- (again) and generare (to produce, beget). Entered English in the 14th century in a theological sense; the urban planning usage developed in the late 20th century.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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