Highway

/ˈhaɪweɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A main road, especially one that connects major towns or cities.

We took the highway to reach the city faster.

A route of transportation, typically one that is paved and designed for speeding vehicles.

The new highway will significantly reduce travel time between the two states.

A public road that is open for vehicular traffic.

Be careful when driving on the highway, as there can be unexpected hazards.

Middle English: from 'high' + 'way', originally meaning a 'way of high status.'

highway robbery

The act of stealing or asking an exorbitant price.

highway to hell

A path or situation leading to inevitable disaster.

take the high road

To choose a morally superior or more honorable route.

toll road

A road where a fee is charged for passage.

motorway

A major road designed for high-speed traffic.

byway

A secondary road or path.

The fast lane

He always drives in the fast lane on the highway.

Road trip

We're planning a highway adventure this summer.