in-between

1 of 2

adjective or noun

in-be·​tween ˌin-bi-ˈtwēn 

: intermediate

in between

2 of 2

adverb or preposition

: between

Examples of in-between in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective or noun

But friendships bloom during the in-between moments. —Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024

For those keeping score at home, Mercedes-Benz has also merged its C class and E class into one in-between model, and other brands are similarly streamlining their portfolio in order to meet the insatiable demand for sport ‘utes. —Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2024

Adverb or preposition

From Hollywood to New York and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to By Alexandra Schonfeld, Brendan Le, Colson Thayer, Stephanie Sengwe, and Chiara Kim Comments Stars have been everywhere this week. —Alexandra Schonfeld, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024

Allowing plants to dry in between waterings – particularly the top couple inches of soil where gnats tend to lay their eggs – and also maintaining proper drainage is key to fixing up a gnat-friendly environment. —Katie Liu, Discover Magazine, 11 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective Or Noun

1815, in the meaning defined above

Adverb Or Preposition

1523, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

in-between

1 of 4 adjective

in-be·​tween

ˌin-bi-ˈtwēn

: intermediate

in-between

2 of 4 noun

: an intermediate term, thing, or class

in between

3 of 4 adverb

: between entry 2

were neither young nor old but fell somewhere in between

in between

4 of 4 preposition

: between entry 1 sense 2

a meadow lies in between the house and the road