Jaywalked: meaning, definitions and examples
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jaywalked
[ ˈdʒeɪˌwɔkt ]
traffic violation
To jaywalk means to cross a street or road illegally or recklessly, often by ignoring traffic signals or pedestrian crosswalks. It is considered a traffic violation in many places and can lead to fines or accidents.
Synonyms
cross illegally, disregard traffic rules, walk carelessly
Examples of usage
- Many people jaywalk across busy streets.
- He was ticketed for jaywalking near the intersection.
- The child jaywalked in front of the moving cars.
- She always jaywalks despite the signs.
Translations
Translations of the word "jaywalked" in other languages:
🇵🇹 atravessar fora da faixa
🇮🇳 गलती से सड़क पार करना
🇩🇪 falsch überqueren
🇮🇩 menyeberang sembarangan
🇺🇦 перебігати дорогу в неналежному місці
🇵🇱 przechodzić w niedozwolonym miejscu
🇯🇵 信号無視して横断する
🇫🇷 traverser en dehors des passages pour piétons
🇪🇸 cruzar imprudentemente
🇹🇷 kural dışı geçiş yapmak
🇰🇷 신호를 무시하고 길을 건너다
🇸🇦 عبور بشكل غير قانوني
🇨🇿 přejít mimo přechod
🇸🇰 prechádzať mimo priechodu
🇨🇳 违规过马路
🇸🇮 prečkati na neustreznem mestu
🇮🇸 krossa á ólöglegum stað
🇰🇿 заңсыз жолды кесіп өту
🇬🇪 არალეგალურად გადაკვეთა
🇦🇿 qayda pozaraq keçmək
🇲🇽 cruzar imprudentemente
Etymology
The term 'jaywalk' originated in the early 20th century in the United States, around 1917. The word 'jay' referred to a person who was perceived as being unsophisticated or foolish. In this context, 'jaywalking' denoted the behavior of a pedestrian who crossed the street carelessly or without regard for traffic laws, appearing oblivious to the dangers of traffic. This was especially relevant during a time when automobiles were becoming more popular, and the need for regulations to protect both drivers and pedestrians was growing. 'Jaywalking' soon became a term used in law enforcement to describe irresponsible pedestrian behavior, particularly in urban areas. The practice of jaywalking is often associated with a lack of awareness and a casual disregard for road safety, reflecting societal attitudes towards traffic violations.