Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
road-closure
noun
/roʊd ˈkloʊʒər/
Definition
The act of closing a road to traffic for various reasons, such as construction, maintenance, or events.
Examples
- The city announced a road-closure on Main Street for the annual parade.
- Due to a road-closure caused by an accident, drivers were advised to take alternate routes.
- The road-closure made it challenging for residents to reach the supermarket.
Meaning
Road-closure refers to a situation where a road is made inaccessible to vehicles and pedestrians, typically for safety or logistical reasons.
Synonyms
- roadblock
- detour
- shutdown
