landuse
nounUK /ˈlænd.juːs/
US /ˈlænd.juːs/
Landuse is the way people use a piece of land, like for homes, farms, or parks.
The town made a map showing the landuse for every street and field.
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2. The study of how land is used and managed in an area.
She took a class in landuse to learn how cities grow.
3. A label on a map that shows what a piece of land is used for.
The landuse on that lot says it is for farming only.
4. The way a community decides where buildings, farms, and nature areas should go.
The landuse plan keeps the factory away from the school.