Road: meaning, definitions and examples

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road

 

[ rəʊd ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

travel

A wide way leading from one place to another, especially one with a specially prepared surface that vehicles can use

Synonyms

highway, route, street

Examples of usage

  • Traffic was moving slowly on the road.
  • He turned onto a dirt road that led to the farm.
  • We drove down a winding road through the mountains.
Context #2 | Noun

development

A course or direction taken or followed

Synonyms

journey, path, way

Examples of usage

  • The company is on the road to success.
  • She decided to take the road less traveled.
Context #3 | Verb

action

To travel or transport by road

Synonyms

drive, journey, travel

Examples of usage

  • We road-tripped across the country.
  • They road the bus to school every day.

Translations

Translations of the word "road" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estrada

🇮🇳 सड़क

🇩🇪 Straße

🇮🇩 jalan

🇺🇦 дорога

🇵🇱 droga

🇯🇵 道路 (どうろ)

🇫🇷 route

🇪🇸 carretera

🇹🇷 yol

🇰🇷 도로 (doro)

🇸🇦 طريق

🇨🇿 silnice

🇸🇰 cesta

🇨🇳 道路 (dàolù)

🇸🇮 cesta

🇮🇸 vegur

🇰🇿 жол

🇬🇪 გზა (gza)

🇦🇿 yol

🇲🇽 carretera

Etymology

The word 'road' originated from the Old English word 'rad', which meant a riding or a journey on horseback. Over time, the meaning expanded to include a way for vehicles and pedestrians. Roads have been essential for human civilization, enabling trade, travel, and communication. The development of road networks has played a crucial role in the growth of societies and economies.

See also: roadblock, roadster.

Word Frequency Rank

At #641 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.