highway

[ˈhaiwei] n.公路;大路

Pronunciation

/ˈhaɪweɪ/

Definitions

Example sentence: "We decided to take the scenic highway rather than the congested interstate."

Phrases

Example Sentences

Synonyms

  • Motorway (UK)
  • Freeway (US)
  • Expressway
  • Interstate (US)
  • Dual carriageway (UK)
  • Throughway
  • Parkway
  • Route

Additional Information

As a noun, ‘highwaycan also refer to any main road, whether it’s part of a national or state system, or simply the principal route through a town or area. It may be distinguished from other roads by its ability to handle high-speed traffic flow and/or by being under the jurisdiction of a higher authority. The term can also carry historical connotations, referring to ancient routes such as Roman highways. In colloquial language, ‘the highwaymight metaphorically suggest a path towards a goal or destination, e.g., “Life is like a highway; you never know what’s around the next bend.”

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