roadside
Translation
roadside, verge
Examples
They pulled over to the roadside.
They pulled over to the roadside.
We saw a roadside stand selling fruit.
We saw a roadside stand selling fruit.
Grammar Patterns
((at/on the roadside)) at the side of the road They stopped at the roadside.
((roadside + noun)) used as an adjective We need roadside assistance.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shoulder, verge, curb
Etymology
A compound word: 'road' + 'side'. It literally means the side of the road.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'side' of the 'road'. It's the area immediately next to the road.