Interstate Highway (Noun)
Meaning
One of the system of highways linking major cities in the 48 contiguous states of the United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The interstate highway system was designed to improve the efficiency and safety of long-distance road travel in the United States.
- The interstate highway running through our city has four lanes in each direction and is always congested during rush hour.
- Travelers often use interstate highways as the fastest way to get from one state to another.
- Many cities have experienced urban blight and economic decline as a result of the interstate highway system routing traffic around city centers.
- Driving on interstate highways can be tedious, especially on long trips with few interesting stops or landmarks along the way.