Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cross-traffic

Noun
/ˈkrɔs ˈtræfɪk/
Definition
Traffic that crosses the path of other traffic, typically at intersections or junctions.
Examples
  • There was a lot of cross-traffic at the intersection during rush hour.
  • Be careful when merging onto the highway; watch for cross-traffic.
  • The city installed new traffic lights to manage the cross-traffic better.
Meaning
Cross-traffic refers to vehicles or pedestrians that approach or move across a roadway from a different direction, often creating potential conflicts with the main flow of traffic.
Synonyms
  • intersecting traffic
  • crosswise traffic