English Lexicon

Local Road

/ˈloʊ.kəl roʊd/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A road that is primarily used for local traffic and connects smaller areas or neighborhoods.

    "The local road was congested with cars during rush hour."
  2. 2

    A road that is not part of the main highway system and is typically maintained by local authorities.

    "The local road was recently repaved to improve safety for residents."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'local' originates from the Latin word 'localis', meaning 'pertaining to a place'. 'Road' comes from the Old English 'rād', meaning 'a journey or a way'. The combination reflects the idea of a road that serves a specific locality.

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