skid row
Plural
skid rows
1
a poor area in a town or city in which a lot of homeless or drunk people live
The idiom "Skid Row" originated in the late 19th century in the United States. It was initially associated with areas in cities where logging companies would use skids (long wooden planks) to transport logs downhill to mills or shipping areas. These areas often developed near waterfronts or industrial zones. Over time, the term "Skid Row" took on a broader meaning and came to refer to areas characterized by poverty, homelessness, and social issues.
- Many charitable organizations provide support and services to the residents of Skid Row.
- Skid Row was once a bustling industrial area before it became associated with poverty and homelessness.
- The neighborhood experienced a surge in homelessness in the past decade, leading to increased attention on the conditions in Skid Row.
- City officials plan to implement comprehensive measures to improve the living conditions in Skid Row.
- By 2030, the hope is to reduce homelessness and poverty rates in Skid Row through targeted interventions.