highway
Translation
highway, freeway, expressway
Examples
The new highway connects the two cities.
The new highway connects the two cities.
There was a lot of traffic on the highway.
There was a lot of traffic on the highway.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) highway a main public road The highway was closed due to an accident.
Similar Words
Synonyms: main road, thoroughfare, freeway, expressway
Etymology
From Old English 'hēahweg', meaning 'high way', a main road raised above the surrounding land for better drainage and travel.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'high' road, not necessarily in altitude, but in importance or speed. It's the 'highest' level of road connecting places.