highway — a main road, especially one connecting major towns or cities
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a main road, especially one connecting major towns or cities
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhaɪweɪ/
Example Sentences
- The GPS told us to take the highway, but we got lost anyway because Tom never listens to directions.
- Highway construction has been going on for three years - at this rate, my grandchildren will see it completed.
- The new highway will reduce travel time between the two cities significantly.
highway
NOUN[/ˈhaɪweɪ/]
a main road, especially one connecting major towns or cities
Cars race down the highway at sunset toward distant mountains.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Highway emerged in the 14th century from the combination of Old English 'high' (elevated, principal) and 'way' (path, road). Originally denoting a main public road of importance, the term has evolved in modern usage to primarily refer to major thoroughfares and expressways.
Breakdown
high (elevated, principal, important) + way (path, road, route). The compound literally means 'a principal or important road.'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The GPS told us to take the highway, but we got lost anyway because Tom never listens to directions.”
“Highway construction has been going on for three years - at this rate, my grandchildren will see it completed.”
“The new highway will reduce travel time between the two cities significantly.”
“Highway rest stops are perfect for buying overpriced snacks and questionable coffee.”
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