market town

noun

: a usually small town that has the privilege of holding a public market at stated times

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Portmore Estate spans nearly 3,500 acres near the historic market town of Peebles. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 26 June 2026 Road trippers will find public EV charging points in key market towns or at more than 50 self-catering cottages offering on-site charging. — Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Make your way to this inland market town filled with Moorish architectural influence, bustling markets, and plenty of shops selling local jewelry and ceramics. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026 Set against the sweeping Northumberland coastline and surrounding market towns, the drama centers on an unlikely crime-solving duo, led by Grantchester star Green. — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for market town

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of market town was in the 15th century

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“Market town.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/market%20town. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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