Metroplex

American  

[me-truh-pleks] / ˈmɛ trəˌplɛks /

noun

(sometimes lowercase)

1. a vast metropolitan area that encompasses several cities and their suburbs.

   We're moving to the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex.

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Etymology

Origin of Metroplex

Probably metro- ³ + (com)plex

Example Sentences

While training with coach Marnie Futch at Metroplex Gymnastics, Sullivan tested herself to see what she was capable of.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

“AT&T’s investment reflects the strength of our community, our business-friendly environment, and our shared vision for the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as a premier business destination,” said Plano City Manager Mark Israelson.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026

Reigning Masters champion Scottie Scheffler of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and the University of Texas, still 25, speaks with something that looked an awful lot like perfection lodged in his recent memory.

From Washington Post • Jun. 15, 2022

They are also both professional theater artists in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex — she an actor, dancer and choreographer; and he an actor, fight choreographer and voice over artist.

From New York Times • Sep. 17, 2021

In Toledo, mail is shipped to the Michigan Metroplex outside Detroit for processing.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 29, 2020