Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
soft-shoulder
noun
/sɒft ˈʃoʊldər/
Definition
A soft-shoulder refers to a part of a road or pathway that has a grassy or less firm surface at the edge, providing a buffer between the road and the surrounding area.
Examples
- During the storm, the car skidded off the pavement and ended up on the soft-shoulder.
- It’s safer to pull over onto the soft-shoulder than to stop abruptly in the lane.
Meaning
The term describes the area next to the roadway, typically softer and less stable than the road itself, often used as a space to pull over safely.
Synonyms
- Roadside
- Shoulder
- Verge
