crossroad

A crossroad is a place where two or more roads meet. It's often marked by a big sign that says which direction each road goes.

Think about it: when you're driving and you come to a point where you can choose between two different streets, that's usually what people mean by "crossroad". But sometimes the word "crossroads" is used as a noun to refer to the choices we face in life. For example, someone might say they're at a crossroads because they have to decide whether to take one job offer or another. In this case, the idea of multiple roads meeting isn't just about geography - it's also about the choices you make that can lead you down different paths.