pedestrian (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /pəˈdestriən/
Definition
A person walking along a road or in a developed area, especially one who is not traveling in a vehicle.
Examples
The car swerved to avoid hitting the pedestrian.
Cyclists and pedestrians must use separate paths.
A pedestrian crossing was installed at the busy intersection.
How to Use pedestrian
- pedestrian crossing (collocation)
- A marked place where pedestrians have right of way to cross a road. — "Look both ways before crossing at the pedestrian crossing."
- pedestrian zone (collocation)
- An area, typically in a city, where vehicles are banned or restricted. — "The market is located in a busy pedestrian zone."
- pedestrian safety (collocation)
- The measures and conditions that protect people walking from harm. — "The council is investing in pedestrian safety improvements."
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