boom town

Definition

A town that is experiencing or has experienced a period of rapid growth due to some temporary activity.

Example Sentences

• "Do you remember the good old days before the ghost town? / We danced and sang, and the music played in a de boomtown"
• "But, as in other boom towns, growth creates problems and doubts about how long it can be sustained. Water supplies are limited and the lack of experienced casino employees could make it easier for cheaters to bilk casinos, whether at blackjack tables or by rigging slot machines."