Boomtown
Pronunciation: /ˈbuːmˌtaʊn/
Boomtown (noun)
- A town that grows very fast because of sudden business or industry, bringing many new jobs and people.
- A settlement that expands quickly after a new resource is found, often with temporary housing and fast-changing businesses.
Examples
- The city became a boomtown after new jobs opened.
- A boomtown grows quickly when many people move in.