Crosswalk

/ˈkrɔsˌwɔk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A designated area on a roadway for pedestrians to cross.

Always look both ways before stepping into the crosswalk.

A marked path for pedestrians at intersections, often indicated by lines or signals.

The city painted new stripes on the crosswalk to make it more visible.

A pedestrian crossing that is marked by signs and stripes on the road.

Drivers are required to stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk.

The term comes from combining 'cross' and 'walk', referring to the act of walking across a street.

zebra crossing

A type of crosswalk marked with white stripes.

jaywalking

Crossing the street illegally or outside of a designated crosswalk.

marked crosswalk

A crosswalk that is clearly indicated by lines or signage.

pedestrian

A person walking rather than traveling in a vehicle.

crossing guard

A person stationed at a crosswalk to help children cross safely.

The spot where people risk their lives to cross the street.

I dashed across the crosswalk like it was a game of Frogger.

A place for people to play 'dodge the cars'.

That crosswalk during rush hour is like an obstacle course!