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pedestrian hybrid beacon
/pədˈɛstɹiən hˈaɪbɹɪd bˈiːkən/
PHB
Pedestrian hybrid beacon
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a special traffic signal that helps people cross busy streets safely
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
complex compound
Countable
Plural form
pedestrian hybrid beacons
What is a "pedestrian hybrid beacon"?
A pedestrian hybrid beacon is a special type of traffic signal designed to help pedestrians cross busy roads safely. It consists of a set of lights that are activated when a pedestrian presses a button to cross the street. When activated, the beacon shows yellow lights to warn drivers to slow down and a red light to stop traffic, allowing pedestrians to cross safely. Unlike regular traffic signals, pedestrian hybrid beacons are used at locations where there is not enough foot traffic to justify a full traffic signal, but where pedestrian safety is still a concern.
Examples
The city installed a pedestrian hybrid beacon near the school to ensure children's safety.
