Traffic

/ˈtræfɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The movement of vehicles, ships, and people along routes of transportation.

The traffic on the highway was backed up for miles due to the construction.

The flow of data along communication networks.

The website experienced a significant increase in traffic after the advertisement was launched.

Illegal trade or movement, especially in drugs or stolen goods.

The authorities are cracking down on human trafficking in the region.

verb

To engage in the illegal trade of goods.

They were arrested for trafficking narcotics across state lines.

To send data over a network.

The system was designed to traffic information securely.

Middle English 'traffik', from Old French 'trafic', possibly of Arabic origin

rush hour traffic

The heavy flow of vehicles during peak travel times.

traffic jam

A situation where vehicles are unable to move or move very slowly.

traffic violation

An illegal act related to driving or traffic laws.

congestion

The state of being overcrowded, especially with traffic.

transport

To carry people or goods from one place to another.

Traffic as a way of referring to website visitors.

That post really drove traffic to my blog.

Using the term 'traffic' to imply illegal dealings, often associated with drugs.

He's been involved in drug traffic for years.