high street

noun

Synonyms of high streetnext
British
: a main or principal street

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Formulated alongside dermatologists, clinically tested, typically fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, and available at affordable prices, these are prescription-grade skincare at high street prices. Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026 During the outing, the King met with representatives from Jewish charities and community organizations at Jewish Care and also greeted local residents along the neighborhood’s high street. Adam England, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026 In Edinburgh, Multrees Walk has everything from luxury to high street. Riza Cruz, Vogue, 11 May 2026 As a result, her outfits never sent shoppers running to the high street in emulation, as the future Queen Catherine’s off-the-peg choices often do. Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for high street

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of high street was before the 12th century

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“High street.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20street. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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