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safety island
noun
- an area provided for the safety of pedestrians from vehicular traffic, as between lanes on a busy street or highway.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of safety island1
First recorded in 1930–35
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Example Sentences
Heaving a sigh of relief, Wilbur crossed gingerly to the safety island and waited for his car.
From Project Gutenberg
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