Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
side-street
noun
/ˈsaɪd ˌstriːt/
Definition
a street that runs parallel to a main street, often used for access to buildings or neighborhoods.
Examples
- The café is located just off the main avenue, down a quiet side-street.
- Children often play in the side-street, away from the busy traffic.
- He found a quaint bookstore tucked away on a side-street.
Meaning
A side-street is a smaller road that leads off from a larger road, typically offering access to residential areas or other establishments without the heavy traffic of main roads.
Synonyms
- back street
- secondary street
- alley
