Metropolitans
Pronunciation: /ˌmɛtrəˈpɑːlətən/
Metropolitans (adjective)
- related to a large city and its surrounding areas.
- having characteristics typical of a large city, like busy life and diverse culture.
Examples
- The metropolitan area has a diverse population.
- Public transport is essential in a metropolitan region.
Common collocations: metropolitan area, metropolitan region, metropolitan lifestyle, metropolitan living, metropolitan duties
Metropolitans (noun)
- a high-ranking church official in charge of a large city area.
Examples
- The metropolitan addressed the city's concerns.
- A metropolitan often deals with urban planning issues.