Roadside
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹəʊdsaɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Roadside is an adjective meaning (noun modifier) Located beside a road (or railway).
Meaning
(noun modifier) Located beside a road (or railway).
More Meanings
- The area on either side of a road.
Example Sentences
I pulled over to the roadside to check the map.
The roadside stand did a good business just selling products to people who merely wanted directions.
I was rather impressed with the neat and tidy appearance of these roadside stations, many of which had their name boards painted in the blue and white colours of the Scottish Region.
The roadside section of the tramway is limited to 12 m.p.h., except over the oblique road crossings, where speed is restricted to 4 m.p.h., with a compulsory stop immediately before.
Word Forms
- roadsides
Synonyms for roadside
Depending on context, synonyms include wayside.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include wayside, kerbside, sidewalk, roadway, street, parking.
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