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Land Transportation - Urban Roads and Spaces

Here you will learn some English words related to urban roads and spaces such as "street", "boulevard", and "crosswalk."

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street
[noun]

a public path for vehicles in a village, town, or city, usually with buildings, houses, etc. on its sides

Ex: We ride our bikes along the bike lane on the main street.
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boulevard
[noun]

a wide street in a town or city, typically with trees on each side or in the middle

Ex: He rode his bike down the bike lane of the boulevard, enjoying the scenic views .
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a road designed primarily for bicycles, with features that prioritize cycling over motor vehicle traffic

Ex: The city 's new bicycle boulevard includes designated bike lanes , improved crossings , and traffic signals tailored to cyclists ' needs .
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stravenue
[noun]

a road that combines features of a street and an avenue, mainly used in some U.S. cities such as Tucson, Arizona

Ex: The real estate listing mentioned that the house was on a quiet stravenue.
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main drag
[noun]

the main street or avenue in a town or city, often bustling with activity

Ex: The main drag was closed for a parade .
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the most important street with many shops and stores in a town

Ex: He parked his car along Main Street and walked to the diner .
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a smaller road or street that intersects with a main road, often providing access to residential or commercial areas

Ex: He turned onto a side street to find a shortcut to his destination .
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a main thoroughfare or primary road in a town or city

Ex: Traffic can be heavy on Fore Street during rush hour , causing occasional delays for commuters .
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an advanced roadway design that aims to improve traffic flow and safety by reducing conflict points

Ex: Communities considering the installation of superstreets often conduct public hearings to gather feedback from local residents.
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a road, street, or passage that provides a direct route or passage for vehicles, pedestrians, or both

Ex: They live just off the main thoroughfare, so it 's easy for them to get around .
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a street or road where traffic is allowed to flow in only one direction

Ex: The one-way street was part of the city 's traffic management plan .
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the most important street with a lot of shops and businesses in a town

Ex: Many small businesses on High Street struggled during the economic downturn .
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off-street
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not on a public street; typically refers to parking or facilities located away from the main road

Ex: Off-street parking was limited during peak hours.
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a road designed primarily for pedestrians, where vehicles are allowed but must move slowly and yield to people on foot

Ex: Walking along the living street, I noticed the absence of traffic noise , making it a relaxing experience compared to busy thoroughfares .
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a divided highway designed for high-speed traffic, typically with multiple lanes and limited access points

Ex: The expressway was well-maintained , with smooth pavement and clear signage .
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a street that intersects with another street, usually at right angles

Ex: The intersection had traffic lights for both the main street and the cross street.
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crosswalk
[noun]

a marked place where people walk across a street

Ex: The police officer reminded drivers to yield to pedestrians at the crosswalk.
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a designated area on a road where pedestrians have the right of way to cross the street safely

Ex: She looked both ways before stepping onto the pedestrian crossing.
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crossing
[noun]

a place where one is able to safely cross something, particularly a street

Ex: He stopped his car to allow pedestrians to pass at the crossing.
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xing
[noun]

a crossing or intersection of paths or roads

Ex: The city council approved funds for improving safety measures at the railway xing.
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sidewalk
[noun]

a pathway typically made of concrete or asphalt at the side of a street for people to walk on

Ex: The sidewalk was crowded with pedestrians during rush hour .
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a raised or painted area in the middle of a road that separates lanes or controls traffic flow

Ex: The traffic island had a statue commemorating a local historical figure .
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a road providing access to another road or to a specific place

Ex: The fire trucks used the access road behind the building to get to the scene .
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a shopping center where stores and businesses are arranged in a row along a main thoroughfare

Ex: They renovated the façade of the strip mall to attract more customers .
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beltway
[noun]

a highway that encircles a city or metropolitan area, providing a route for traffic bypassing the city center

Ex: They expanded the beltway to reduce congestion during rush hour .
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a region at the edge of a city or town, typically beyond the more densely populated areas

Ex: Schools in the outer belt often have larger campuses and more outdoor facilities .
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bypass
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a road that goes round a city or town rather than going through the city center

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a major road or highway that carries a large volume of traffic between areas

Ex: They widened the arterial road to improve traffic flow .
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a road running parallel to a main road, providing access to properties along the main road and serving as a service road

Ex: They repaved the frontage road to improve driving conditions .
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couplet
[noun]

a pair of parallel, one-way streets that run in opposite directions to help manage traffic flow in urban areas

Ex: The couplet design has significantly reduced travel time through the busy commercial district.
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a section of a highway that passes through the center of a town or city, providing access to local businesses and services

Ex: Traffic on the business route can be slow during rush hour , but it provides convenient access to all the main attractions .
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a road close to a highway or major road that provides access to properties and allows local traffic to bypass the main road

Ex: They repaved the service road to fix potholes .
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a main road that goes through an area and connects with other main roads

Ex: Because the through road connects several small towns, it is often used by travelers heading to the countryside for the weekend.
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a road designed to accommodate safe and convenient use by all travelers, including pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists

Ex: Governments across the globe are adopting policies that prioritize the development of complete streets to enhance urban mobility and safety .
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grid plan
[noun]

a type of city design where streets run at right angles to each other, forming a pattern of squares or rectangles

Ex: The city council chose a grid plan to help reduce traffic congestion and improve public transportation routes.
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an area in which people leave their vehicles

Ex: We found a spot in the parking lot right next to the entrance , which was super convenient .
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an area in city or town where vehicles are not allowed, and people can walk freely

Ex: Residents enjoy the convenience of the pedestrian mall, where they can stroll and shop without the noise and pollution of vehicles .
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to convert an area into one where only pedestrians are allowed, typically by closing it to vehicles

Ex: If they had pedestrianized the neighborhood years ago , perhaps it would n't be so difficult to find parking there now .
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on-street
[Adjective]

located or occurring on a public street

Ex: The city installed new benches on the on-street sidewalk .
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