a long, narrow stretch with a smoothed or paved surface, made for traveling by motor vehicle, carriage, etc., between two or more points; street or highway.

a way or course

the road to peace.

a railroad.

Often, roads. Also called roadstead. Nautical . a partly sheltered area of water near a shore in which vessels may ride at anchor.

Mining . any tunnel in a mine used for hauling.

the road, the places, usually outside of New York City, at which theatrical companies on tour generally give performances. ?

burn up the road

Slang . to drive or move very fast.

down the road

in the future

Economists see higher interest rates down the road.

hit the road

Slang . to begin or resume traveling

We hit the road before sunrise.

one for the road, a final alcoholic drink taken just before departing from a party, tavern

or the like.

on the road

traveling, esp. as a sales representative.

on tour, as a theatrical company

The musical ends its New York run next week to go on the road.

started; under way

We need funds to get the project on the road.

take to the road, to begin a journey or tour. Also

take the road.

noun

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