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street repair

/striːt rɪˈpɛər/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

The act, process, or result of fixing, maintaining, or resurfacing public roads and thoroughfares.

Example Sentences:
  • The city council announced that street repair will begin on Main Street next Monday, causing significant traffic delays.
  • After the harsh winter, the local government allocated a larger budget for urgent street repair to fix deep potholes.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

The term is a compound of 'street' (from Old English 'stræt', via Latin 'strata via' meaning 'paved way') and 'repair' (from Old French 'reparer', from Latin 'reparare', meaning 'to make ready again'). It reflects the historical necessity of maintaining public thoroughfares to ensure safe passage for pedestrians and vehicles.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of a 'street' that is 're-paired' (re-paired) because it was broken, like a pair of shoes that needed fixing.

Frequently Asked Questions About “street repair

1. What is the meaning of “street repair” in English?

In English, street repair (noun) is defined as: “The act, process, or result of fixing, maintaining, or resurfacing public roads and thoroughfares.”.

2. How do you use “street repair” in a sentence?

The city council announced that street repair will begin on Main Street next Monday, causing significant traffic delays.

3. What are English synonyms of “street repair”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “street repair”?

The term is a compound of 'street' (from Old English 'stræt', via Latin 'strata via' meaning 'paved way') and 'repair' (from Old French 'reparer', from Latin 'reparare', meaning 'to make ready again'). It reflects the historical necessity of maintaining public thoroughfares to ensure safe passage for pedestrians and vehicles.