Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vacant-lot
noun
ˈveɪkənt lɒt
Definition
A vacant lot is an empty piece of land that is not currently being used or developed.
Examples
- The city plans to turn the vacant lot into a public park.
- Investors often look for opportunities to buy vacant lots for new projects.
- Children played in the vacant lot next to their homes.
Meaning
It typically refers to a plot of land in an urban or suburban area that is available for potential development or construction.
Synonyms
- empty lot
- unoccupied land
- unused property
