Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
traffic-holdup
Noun
/ˈtræfɪk ˈhoʊldʌp/
Definition
A situation where vehicles are unable to move freely due to congestion.
Examples
- During rush hour, there was a traffic-holdup on the highway.
- Due to a construction project, the traffic-holdup lasted for almost two hours.
Meaning
Traffic holdup refers to a delay in the movement of vehicles, typically caused by a large number of vehicles on the road or an obstruction.
Synonyms
- Traffic jam
- Congestion
- Logjam
