Infrastructure

a wide path made for cars, buses, etc. to travel along

They drove down a winding road to reach the countryside.

a paved surface used for travel by vehicles

The roadway was smooth and well-maintained.

a passage used for walking, riding, or driving

They live on Oak Way.

a way or track that is built or made by people walking over the same ground

Cyclists and walkers shared the path through the park.

the part of space where someone or something is or they should be

I want to find a new place to eat dinner tonight.

a long narrow mark on a surface

The child scribbled colorful lines on the paper.

a main road or highway, often used for long-distance travel

They took the highroad to avoid traffic in the city.

a road owned and maintained by a private individual or organization

The private road required permission to access.

a road designed with grooves or ridges that produce musical sounds when driven over at a specific speed

The musical road played a tune as the car drove over it.

an important railroad line between two cities or large towns

The train's main line connects the city to several suburban areas.

a raised road or track across low or wet ground

The causeway allowed passage over the marshy terrain.

a wide and important public road that connects different places and is usually designed to handle heavy traffic

They live just off the main road, making it easy to commute to the city.

a minor road that branches off from a main road

They turned onto a side road to avoid traffic.

a secondary road or path designed to help manage traffic flow by providing alternative routes to the main roads

During rush hour, many drivers use the auxiliary route to avoid traffic jams on the main highway.

a less traveled road

The byroad wound through the forest.

a little-used road or lane

They stumbled upon a charming byway lined with old cottages.

a temporary route used to bypass a closed or blocked section of road

They took a detour due to road construction.

any major public road that connects cities or towns

They traveled on the highway to reach their destination quickly.

a road maintained by the state government, typically connecting cities and towns within the state

They drove on the state highway to visit family.

a controlled-access highway that has no intersections or cross-traffic and is designed for high-speed travel

We drove for hours on the freeway without any stops.

a wide road that is designed for both high-speed car traffic and for walking or biking, but does not do either very well

The new shopping center was built next to a busy stroad, making it hard for people to walk there safely.

a sloping surface that connects two areas at different heights, commonly used for easy access

The wheelchair ramp is located at the building entrance.

a longer path taken to enjoy beautiful views or interesting sights along the way

During our vacation, we decided to take the scenic route along the coast to see the ocean and cliffs.

a scenic road designed for leisurely driving, often with landscaped surroundings

They enjoyed a Sunday drive along the parkway.

a road where drivers must pay a fee to use, often to fund maintenance and improvements

They avoided the toll road to save money.

a type of street designed to gather traffic from local neighborhoods and distribute it to larger roads or highways

The collector road near our neighborhood helps manage the flow of cars going to and from the city center.

a device or mechanism that joins or links two or more things together

The electrician used a connector to join the wires securely.

a structure built over a river, road, etc. that enables people or vehicles to go from one side to the other

They crossed the bridge to reach the other side of the river.

a structure built to allow pedestrians or vehicles to cross over a road, railway, or river

The overbridge near my house helps pedestrians safely cross the busy highway.

a type of bridge that is built over a road to provide a different passage

an underground tunnel or path that people can use to cross a road, railway, etc.

They walked through the underpass to reach the other side of the busy intersection.

a bridge that can be pulled up in order to control the entrance or passage by people or ships

a type of movable bridge that can be raised and lowered to allow for the passage of water traffic

The bascule bridge lifted to let the large cargo ship pass through the river.

a road or bridge constructed over another road or railway line, allowing vehicles to pass over or cross without interference

a long, elevated structure that carries a railway or road across a valley or river, typically held up by a series of arches

The viaduct spanned the valley, carrying the train tracks high above the river.

a road or pathway that typically runs along a coast, offering scenic views of the sea and surroundings

The city's corniche is popular among tourists for its stunning views of the ocean and skyline.

a passage dug through or under a mountain or a structure, typically for cars, trains, people, etc.

The train disappeared into the tunnel with a roar.

a system or network of tracks with the trains, organization, and people needed to operate them

He works as an engineer for the local railroad company.

the track or line on which an electric vehicle called a tram moves

The tramline runs through the center of the city.

a store, office, etc. that belongs to a larger business, organization, etc. and is representing it in a certain area

The bank opened a new branch in the city center to better serve its growing customer base.

(from 16th to 19th centuries) gates set across a road to prevent passage until a toll had been paid

an animal being fattened or suitable for fattening

a way that enables someone to get out of a room, building, or a vehicle of large capacity

In case of an emergency, please locate the nearest exit and follow the evacuation signs.

an area near a road where people can stop to eat food, rest, etc.

The family decided to stop at a rest stop to stretch their legs during the long drive.

an area along a highway or freeway with facilities for travelers to rest, eat, and use restroom facilities

They stopped at the rest area to stretch their legs.

a facility along highways where truck drivers can refuel, rest, and eat

They stopped at the truck stop for a quick meal.

acting together, as agents or circumstances or events

a covered opening in a roadway or street used for access to underground utilities

They repaired the sewer line through the manhole.

a heavy metal lid that covers a manhole to prevent access and ensure safety

They replaced the damaged manhole cover.