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Pedestrian crossing
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a designated area on a road where pedestrians have the right of way to cross the street safely
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
pedestrian crossings
What is a "pedestrian crossing"?
A pedestrian crossing is a marked area on a road or street where people are allowed to cross safely. It is typically located at intersections or other high-traffic areas and is often indicated by signs, painted lines, or lights to make it clear to drivers where pedestrians may cross. Pedestrian crossings help ensure the safety of people walking across the street by giving them a designated place to cross, and in some cases, traffic signals may control when it is safe for pedestrians to move and when vehicles should stop.
Examples
Drivers must stop at the pedestrian crossing when people are waiting to cross.
