Street

Definition

The term "street" refers to a public road in a city or town, typically lined with buildings on both sides.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /striːt/
• Respelling: STREET

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /striːt/
• Respelling: STREET

Etymology

The word "street" originates from the Old English "stræt," derived from Latin "strata," meaning "paved road," via Late Latin "strata (via)" meaning "a road laid down with stones." It was influenced by the Roman practice of constructing paved roads.

Derivatives

• Streetwise (adjective)
• Streetlight (noun)
• Streetscape (noun)
• Streetwalker (noun)
• Streetcar (noun)

Synonyms

• Road
• Avenue
• Lane

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "street" is widely used to describe urban or suburban pathways used for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. For example, "She lives on Maple Street" or "The street was bustling with activity."

Related Terms

• Road: A general term for a path for vehicles or pedestrians.
• Avenue: A wide street often lined with trees.
• Boulevard: A broad street in a city, often landscaped.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A public road in a city or town: Refers to a roadway used for transportation, often with adjacent sidewalks.
  • Example: "The street was closed for repairs."
• Urban or residential area: Refers to neighborhoods or communities along a road.
  • Example: "The children played in the street after school."
• A level of society: Refers to informal or grassroots communities, often associated with urban culture.
  • Example: "He learned his skills on the street rather than in a classroom."