out on the town
Meaning(s)
1. socialising or celebrating in a town or city
Popularity
Medium
Professional
Medium
Social
How to Memorize
we're going out on the town tonight
Analysis
To go ‘out on the town’ is to visit a number of pubs and clubs in order to socialize or to drink. This phrase is similar to ‘paint the town red’ and is informal and used in social contexts.
Social Examples (Advance)
- Let's celebrate our victory by going out on the town, the captain said to her hockey team.
- We haven't seen our friends in over a year, so we're going out on the town tonight.
Professional Examples (Advance)
- Taking your team out on the town is a great way for people to get to know each other and their new surroundings.
- Sometimes spending a night out on the town is not only a great way to let your hair down but also an opportunity to network.