Road
Road (rōd)
Road is a term used to describe a paved or otherwise improved route or path, typically used for travel by vehicles, pedestrians, or other forms of transportation.
Etymology
The word "road" comes from the Old English "rād," which means "riding expedition" or "journey." It was first used in the 14th century to refer to a route or course for traveling.
Pronunciation
IPA: /roʊd/
Definition
A road is a thoroughfare, route, or way on land between two places that has been paved or otherwise improved to allow travel by foot or some form of conveyance, including a motor vehicle, cart, bicycle, or horse.
Related Terms
- Highway: A main road, especially one connecting major towns or cities.
- Street: A public road in a city or town, typically with houses and buildings on one or both sides.
- Lane: A narrow road, especially in a rural area.
- Freeway: A wide road for fast-moving traffic, with restricted access, no traffic signals, and a minimum of intersections.
- Motorway: A dual-carriageway highway designed for high-speed traffic, typically having restrictions on the vehicle types that may use it and on the types of junctions with other roads.
- Path: A way or track laid down for walking or made by continual treading.
- Sidewalk: A paved path for pedestrians at the side of a road.
- Boulevard: A wide street in a town or city, typically one lined with trees.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Road
- Wikipedia's article - Road
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