sink estate

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What does sink estate mean?

A council estate characterised by high levels of economic and social deprivation, often associated with high crime rates.

How to pronounce sink estate

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “sink estate”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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