Charles Ellicott Commentary Ruth 3:11

"And now, my daughter, fear not; I will do to thee all that thou sayest; for all the city of my people doth know that thou art a worthy woman." — Ruth 3:11 (ASV)

City. —Literally, gate: the constant meeting-place of persons going in and out. (Genesis 34:20; Genesis 34:24; Deuteronomy 16:18; Deuteronomy 21:19, and other similar passages)