Parkway: meaning, definitions and examples
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parkway
[ ˈpɑrkweɪ ]
type of road
A parkway is a broad highway, often landscaped, designed for fast-moving traffic. They typically have limited access and are intended for non-commercial vehicles. Parkway routes frequently traverse parks or scenic areas, providing aesthetic views and a pleasant driving experience.
Synonyms
expressway, roadway, thoroughfare
Examples of usage
- The parkway was filled with beautiful autumn leaves.
- We took the parkway to avoid city traffic.
- The scenic parkway offers stunning views of the mountains.
Translations
Translations of the word "parkway" in other languages:
🇵🇹 via expressa
🇮🇳 पार्कवे
🇩🇪 Parkstraße
🇮🇩 jalan raya
🇺🇦 паркова дорога
🇵🇱 droga parkowa
🇯🇵 パークウェイ
🇫🇷 voie rapide
🇪🇸 autopista
🇹🇷 park yolu
🇰🇷 공원 도로
🇸🇦 طريق حديقة
🇨🇿 parková silnice
🇸🇰 parková cesta
🇨🇳 公园大道
🇸🇮 parkovna cesta
🇮🇸 garðavegur
🇰🇿 парковая жол
🇬🇪 პარკის გზა
🇦🇿 park yolu
🇲🇽 carretera
Etymology
The word 'parkway' was first used in the early 19th century and is derived from the term 'park way,' referring to a road leading through a park. Initially, parkways were designed as scenic routes that connected parks and recreation areas, emphasizing beauty and leisure over speed. The first purpose-built parkway in the United States was the Bronx River Parkway, constructed in the early 1900s. Unlike regular highways, parkways were not meant for commercial vehicles, focusing instead on providing enjoyable travel experiences amid natural landscapes. The concept gained popularity in the mid-20th century, influencing urban planning and the development of the interstate highway system.