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Meaning of thoroughfares
The primary meaning of the word "thoroughfares" refers to roads or streets, especially main ones.
Etymology of thoroughfares
The word "thoroughfares" has its roots in Old English, with "thorough" meaning "from end to end" or "through" and "fare" meaning "a journey" or "a road".
Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe roads, streets, or passages that allow people or vehicles to travel through.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A road or way, especially a main one, allowing people or vehicles to pass through.
- * A route or passage, especially one that is frequently used.
Usage Examples
- The city's main thoroughfares were congested during rush hour.
- * The new development will include wide thoroughfares for easy access.
- * The street performers and vendors lined the thoroughfares of the old town.
Antonyms
dead ends
cul-de-sacs
alleys
lanes
impasses
obstacles
barriers
blockages
hindrances
detours
diversions
deviations
bypasses
shortcuts
U-turns
one-way streets
no-through roads