The street
Example: The street is busy with cars and people
Definition
"The street" refers to a public road in a city or town, typically lined with buildings on both sides, used for vehicles and pedestrians to travel or gather. It is often a hub of activity, such as in the example phrase: The street is busy with cars and people.
Etymology
The phrase "the street" originates from the Old English word 'stræt,' which was borrowed from Latin 'strata,' meaning a paved road. Did you know that Roman roads called 'strata' were so well-built that some are still in use today? Over time, 'the street' came to mean any public road in urban areas.
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"The street" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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