in town
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See also: intown
English[edit]
Prepositional phrase[edit]
- In the town or city where one lives; in the town or city being referenced.
- He'll be in town next week for business.
- Tell everyone I'll be in town for a few days.
- They definitely make the best burgers in town.
- Lots of new businesses are opening up in town.
- (as traditionally used in the environs of London, England, sometimes written 'in Town') In London, especially central London.
- (informal) Present; making an appearance.
- 2012, William Schnoebelen, Romancing Death:
- In the growing gambling industry, alongside table games (poker, roulette, etc.) and slot machines, there is a new game in town.
Usage notes[edit]
- The phrase in town may be used whether or not the place in question would normally be considered a town; it can also be a city.
- Where the place in question is depends on the context. When one says they are in town to someone, it often means they are in the city or town where the listener is currently living. However, if the listener is asked if they are in town, this is often asking if they are currently in the city or town of the person asking.