slow-paced development
noun phraseUK /sləʊ peɪst dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
US /sloʊ peɪst dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
Growing or getting better very slowly, a little bit at a time.
The little town had slow-paced development, with just one new shop opening each year.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A way of building or making something that takes a long time on purpose.
The builders chose slow-paced development so the old trees could stay.
3. When a child or animal grows and learns at a gentle, unhurried speed.
The puppy's slow-paced development meant it learned new tricks later than others.
4. A plan for a city or area that changes very little over many years.
The village's slow-paced development kept its quiet streets and small parks.