Be in the club
verb phrase
To be a member of a specified group or organization.
I've always wanted to be in the club, but the membership fee is too high.
Often appears as...
- be in the golf club
- be in the book club
verb phrase
To be pregnant (slang).
I just found out I'm going to be in the club. I'm expecting a baby!
Usage tips
Slang
Colloquial
verb phrase
To be part of a group with shared experiences or characteristics.
Since I lost my job, I'm now reluctantly in the club of unemployed people.
Often appears as...
- be in the club of non-smokers
- be in the club of vegans
verb phrase
To be a member of a specified group or organization.
I've always wanted to be in the club, but the membership fee is too high.
Often appears as...
- be in the golf club
- be in the book club
verb phrase
To be pregnant (slang).
I just found out I'm going to be in the club. I'm expecting a baby!
Usage tips
Slang
Colloquial
verb phrase
To be part of a group with shared experiences or characteristics.
Since I lost my job, I'm now reluctantly in the club of unemployed people.
Often appears as...
- be in the club of non-smokers
- be in the club of vegans
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Exclusive Groups
Refers to elite or selective groups where membership is sometimes hard to gain.
She finally got to be in the club after years of trying to impress them.
Pro Tip 2/3Common Interest
Used for groups focused on a shared activity or interest, like sports or hobbies.
He's thrilled to be in the club where everyone loves model trains.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Literal
Sometimes used metaphorically to mean inclusion in informal groups, not an official organization.
Ever since she moved downtown, she's been in the club of city commuters.
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