Definitions
n. a main public road connecting towns or cities
公路；干道
Example
We followed the highway along the coast until sunset.
我们沿着海岸公路一直开到日落。
Building a new highway may reduce travel times but also damage nearby wildlife habitats.
修建一条新公路可能缩短出行时间，但也会破坏附近的野生动物栖息地。
Collocations
- major highway
- highway construction
- highway maintenance
Synonyms
- main road
Usage tip
常见于美式英语；不一定是封闭式高速公路。
FAQ
- What does highway mean?
- a main public road connecting towns or cities
- How is highway pronounced?
- UK /ˈhaɪweɪ/, US /ˈhaɪweɪ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
