sidewalk
[ˈsaɪdwɔːk]
A sidewalk is a path made for pedestrians along the side of a road.
You've probably walked on one many times without even thinking about it - when you're going to school or work, or just out for a stroll. A sidewalk usually runs alongside streets and roads, providing a safe place for people to walk instead of having to step onto the street with traffic. It's often made of concrete, asphalt, or brick, and can be wide or narrow depending on where it is. Sometimes sidewalks are lined with trees or flowers, making them look nice as you pass by.
How common is "sidewalk"?
Word sidewalk is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
noun
A footpath, usually paved, at the side of a road for the use of pedestrians; a pavement (UK) or footpath (Australia, New Zealand)
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Real examples of "sidewalk" in context
