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Sidewalk - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A sidewalk is a paved path alongside a road, designed for pedestrians to walk safely. It separates people from vehicle traffic and is common in urban areas.

sidewalk

/ˈsaɪdˌwɔk/ /ˈsaɪdwɔːk/

Definition:

A paved path for pedestrians alongside a road.

Synonyms:

pavement, footpath, walkway

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

road, highway

Common Collocations:

walk on the sidewalk, sidewalk cafe, sidewalk chalk

Derivatives:

sidewalks, sidewalked

Usage Tips:

Use "sidewalk" to refer to the pedestrian path beside a street in American English; British English uses "pavement."

Common Phrases:

hit the sidewalk, sidewalk superintendent, the wrong side of the sidewalk

Etymology:

Derived from "side" + "walk," first recorded in the 18th century for a path beside a road.

Examples:

  • 1. The children drew colorful pictures on the sidewalk with chalk.
  • 2. She tripped on a crack in the sidewalk and dropped her groceries.
  • 3. The city repaired the broken sidewalk near the school.
  • 4. We strolled along the sidewalk, enjoying the evening breeze.

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