carriageway
Translation
carriageway, roadway
Examples
The dual carriageway is closed for repairs.
The dual carriageway is closed for repairs.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) carriageway A new carriageway will be built next year.
Similar Words
Synonyms: roadway, highway, lane
Etymology
From 'carriage' (a vehicle, originally horse-drawn) + 'way' (a path or road). A path for carriages.
Memory Tips
Picture old horse-drawn carriages on their designated 'way'. This word is more common in British English.