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Definition of intercity

intercity

/ˌɪn.tɚˈsɪt.i/
in · ter · ci · ty
Plural:intercities
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intercity Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Existing, operating, or traveling between two or more cities, especially regarding rail or bus transport.

Example

"The government invested heavily in high-speed intercity rail networks to reduce highway congestion."

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• noun

1

A fast passenger train or bus that travels directly between major cities with few intermediate stops.

Example

"We caught the morning intercity from Milan to Florence and arrived before noon."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'intercity' (traveling or occurring between two or more different cities) with 'intracity' (occurring within the boundaries of a single city) or 'inner-city' (relating to the central, densely populated areas of a metropolis).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Intercity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/intercity
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