Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dusty-road

noun
/ˈdʌsti roʊd/
Definition
A path or road that is covered in dust, often due to dry weather or minimal traffic, which can lead to a cloud of dust being kicked up when walked or driven upon.
Examples
  • As we traveled down the dusty road, the heat shimmered in the distance.
  • The old pickup truck bounced along the dusty road, stirring up clouds of dirt behind it.
  • Walking along the dusty road brought back childhood memories of summer adventures.
Meaning
The term refers to a road that is not paved and is characterized by the presence of loose dirt and dust particles that create a dusty environment.
Synonyms
  • unpaved road
  • dirt road
  • gravel path