toast of the town
A person, male or female, who is admired and very popular in local society, and who is sought after to attend parties, public events, etc.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“After winning the big game, he is the toast of the town.”
“Since her new book became a bestseller, the local author has become the toast of the town.”
“Following his heroic rescue of the trapped villagers, the young soldier became the toast of the town, invited to every gala and banquet in the region.”
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big end of town
The top end of town.
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blow town
To suddenly leave one's residence.
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company town
A town, city, or other municipality in which a single large business has a controlling influence over the economy and, sometimes, over the societal structure and the local government.
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go to town
To proceed enthusiastically, vigorously, or expertly.
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go to town on
To devour or consume (something); to enthusiastically or assiduously work on (something); to tear into (something).
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have someone on toast
To have somebody in one's power, or in a compromising or helpless position.
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man about town
A worldly, social man who frequents fashionable places.
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new kid in town
Synonym of new kid on the block.
Last updated August 10, 2026