lanarkia

/ləˈnɑːrkiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term used to describe a type of economic system, often associated with Sir Patrick Geddes’ vision for Lanark, Scotland.

“The town council considered implementing a lanarkia system to promote sustainable development and community engagement.”

Synonyms

  • autarky
  • self-sufficiency

Antonyms

  • dependence
  • externalization