crosswalk

noun

cross·​walk ˈkrȯs-ˌwȯk How to pronounce crosswalk (audio)
: a specially paved or marked path for pedestrians crossing a street or road

Examples of crosswalk in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The Department of Public Works said in a statement that the agency has, since 2020, spent over $50 million to enhance street safety, putting in curb extensions at intersections and making crosswalks more visible, among other improvements. Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2024 The marked crosswalk, in front of the 50 Grand restaurant at Pony Express Trail near Willow Street, was a few blocks away from the school. Rosalio Ahumada, Sacramento Bee, 22 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for crosswalk 

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Word History

First Known Use

1671, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of crosswalk was in 1671

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“Crosswalk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crosswalk. Accessed 28 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

crosswalk

noun
cross·​walk ˈkrȯ-ˌswȯk How to pronounce crosswalk (audio)
: a specially paved or marked path for people walking across a street or road

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