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Definition of interurban

interurban

/ˌɪn.tɚˈɝː.bən/
in · ter · ur · ban
Plural:interurbans
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interurban Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Existing, connecting, or operating between two or more cities or towns, especially in reference to public transportation.

Example

"The regional transit authority invested heavily in modernizing its interurban rail network to reduce highway congestion."

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• noun

1

North American An electric railway, streetcar, or train that operates between cities or towns, heavier and faster than an ordinary urban streetcar.

Example

"In the early twentieth century, passengers frequently rode the interurban to commute between neighboring Midwest towns."

Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'interurban' (operating between different cities) with 'intraurban' (operating within a single city).

• Rhymes for interurban

• Nearby Words

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