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Definition of cityscape

cityscape

/ˈsɪtiˌskeɪp/
cit · y · scape
Plural:cityscapes
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• noun

1

The visual appearance or panoramic view of a city or urban area, especially its skyline and architectural layout.

Example

"From the observation deck on the top floor, visitors can admire the glittering cityscape stretching toward the horizon."

2

An artistic representation of a city or urban scene, such as a painting, drawing, or photograph.

Example

"The gallery's new exhibition features nineteenth-century oil cityscapes depicting bustling European capitals."

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• Nearby Words

citrus
citrusy
city
cityscape
citywide
civet
civic

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-19th century by blending "city" with the suffix "-scape," modeled directly after "landscape" (which entered English from the Dutch word "landschap").

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cityscape. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cityscape
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