Definition

Describing a road or highway that has multiple lanes for vehicles to travel in.

Example

The new multilane highway will help reduce traffic congestion.

Conversation

Did you see that new multilane highway they built outside of town?

Yeah, I noticed it when I drove by!

It looks like it will really help with traffic congestion.

Definitely! I'm looking forward to smoother drives.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Multilane → It is formed from "multi-" (meaning many) and "lane" (from Old English "lanu", meaning a narrow way or path). The word "multilane" refers to a road or path that has many lanes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'multi-' meaning many, and 'lane' as a narrow path — so multilane describes a road with many paths.

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