crosswalk

[kraws-wawk, kros-]

noun

1. a lane marked off for pedestrians to use when crossing a street, as at an intersection.

crosswalk

/ ˈkrɒsˌwɔːk /

noun

1. Also called (in Britain and certain other countries): pedestrian crossing. a path across a road marked as a crossing for pedestrians See also zebra crossing pelican crossing

Word History and Origins

Origin of crosswalk¹

First recorded in 1735–45; cross- + walk

Example Sentences

His death was due to complications after he was struck by a vehicle while in a crosswalk in January.

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“We all get a little bit exasperated when we see somebody shooting a video on a crosswalk holding a pumpkin,” Cole said.

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A rainbow crosswalk honouring the victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting in Florida, Orlando, has been painted over by the state's department of transportation.

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The city won the grant money and kicked off community meetings to discuss installing a roundabout at the intersection, as well as adding enhanced crosswalks and other safety improvements to the immediate area.

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The Transportation Department said crosswalks needed to comply with accessibility requirements before permanent installation.

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Related Words

• bridge 
• crossroad 
• intersection 
• junction 
• overpass 
• passage