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

The thin strap leaves the heel exposed, giving the shoes an airy feel that’s especially suited to those in-between-season days. — Grace Scollo, InStyle, 12 Sep. 2026

Whatever form her participation ultimately takes — as mere attendee, performer, or something in-between — Swift’s appearance at the CMAs will come amid what looks to be a possibly robust awards season for the superstar. — Chris Willman, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026

Adverb or preposition

For more remote beauty, the islands of Admiralty, Baranof, and Chichagof give you the chance to indulge in natural hot springs—along with all the fjords, glaciers, and waterfalls in between. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026

The restaurant is open past the museum’s hours, hoping to attract museumgoers, neighborhood locals and everyone in between. — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective Or Noun

1815, in the meaning defined above

Adverb Or Preposition

1523, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in-between

• acridine
• acrolein
• adenine
• alkylene
• aniline
• anthracene
• aquiline
• asphaltene
• atlantean
• atrazine
• butadiene
• butylene

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