Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dead-end road
noun
/ˈdɛdˌɛnd roʊd/
Definition
A street that has no outlet or does not connect to another street, meaning that vehicles cannot continue further down it.
Examples
- We turned onto a dead-end road and had to backtrack.
- He lives at the end of a quiet dead-end road, perfect for families.
- Parking is a hassle on a dead-end road since there’s no turn around space.
Meaning
A road that leads nowhere, forcing drivers to turn around after reaching the end.
Synonyms
- cul-de-sac
- no outlet
- dead-end street
