adjective · neutral
mixed-use
/ˌmɪkstˈjuːs/MIXED·USE
combining residential, commercial and/or other uses in the same building or area
Examples
“The new development is mixed-use, with shops on the ground floor and flats above.”
“Mixed-use zones can make a neighbourhood more vibrant throughout the day.”
“The council prefers mixed-use schemes near transport hubs.”
Band 8 sentence
“The regeneration plan prioritised mixed-use developments along the riverfront to create a 24-hour economy rather than a dormitory suburb.”
Collocations
- mixed-use development
- mixed-use scheme
- mixed-use neighbourhood
Word family
Common mistakes
There are many mixed uses in the city centre.→There are many mixed-use developments in the city centre.
The city has many mixed use buildings.→The city has many mixed-use buildings.
Say it for a higher band
5building with shops→6multi-purpose building→7+mixed-use
Synonyms
multi-purpose
multi-use
Easily confused
multi-purpose
“Many community centres are designed as multi-purpose facilities to host events and classes.”
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