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asphalt jungle
asphalt junglen. The modern city, especially when characterized as congested and crime-ridden.as′phalt jun′gle
n. a crowded urban area regarded as a dangerous place where people struggle constantly for survival. [1915–20, Amer.] asphalt jungle
asphalt jungleAn overcrowded, unsafe and/or crime-ridden urban environment or city, characterized by the congestion of large buildings and roads. Primarily heard in US, South Africa. After 10 years living in that asphalt jungle, I'm looking forward to being in a place with a bit of grass and friendly neighbors.See also: jungleasphalt jungle n. the paved landscape of the city; the city viewed as a savage place. I don’t look forward to spending the rest of my days in an asphalt jungle. See also: jungle |