crosswalk
Translation
zebra crossing, pedestrian crossing
Examples
Always use the crosswalk to cross the street.
Always use the zebra crossing to cross the street.
The car stopped at the crosswalk for the pedestrians.
The car stopped at the pedestrian crossing for the pedestrians.
Grammar Patterns
((a crosswalk)) a marked part of a road where people can cross safely Always use the crosswalk to cross the street.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pedestrian crossing, zebra crossing
Etymology
A compound word from 'cross' and 'walk'. It's literally a place where you 'walk' to 'cross' the street.
Memory Tips
The two words 'cross' and 'walk' literally describe its function. It's a place to 'walk' across the road.