Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

down-the-road

adverbial phrase
/daʊn ðə roʊd/
Definition
In the future; at a later time.
Examples
  • We might consider this plan down-the-road if the circumstances change.
  • He wants to invest in real estate down-the-road when he has more funds available.
Meaning
Refers to a point in time that is anticipated to happen later or in the future.
Synonyms
  • in the future
  • later on
  • down the line