1
a
: the strip of land over which a road passes
b
: road
specifically
: roadbed sense 2b
2
: the part of a bridge used by vehicles
Synonyms of roadway
Examples of roadway in a Sentence
Police cleared the roadway for the parade.
a cow wandered into the roadway
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The woman was traveling at a high rate of speed, lost control of the vehicle, ran roadway left and struck a tree.
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Elainie Barraza, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
State officials said the change was made to promote safer roadways and ensure drivers fully understand traffic laws.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
Use extra caution while driving, as cold temperatures and wind can create icy road conditions, and snow plowed to the roadway edges may reduce sight lines at intersection.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 6 Feb. 2026
Saw the approval of a historic $12 billion capital investment plan to modernize and expand airport facilities and infrastructure, delivering comprehensive upgrades to airfield, terminal, and roadway systems to support future growth and create a world-class travel experience.
—Mark Curriden, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
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Elainie Barraza, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
State officials said the change was made to promote safer roadways and ensure drivers fully understand traffic laws.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
Use extra caution while driving, as cold temperatures and wind can create icy road conditions, and snow plowed to the roadway edges may reduce sight lines at intersection.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 6 Feb. 2026
Saw the approval of a historic $12 billion capital investment plan to modernize and expand airport facilities and infrastructure, delivering comprehensive upgrades to airfield, terminal, and roadway systems to support future growth and create a world-class travel experience.
—Mark Curriden, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
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“Roadway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roadway. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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roadway
noun
road·way
ˈrōd-ˌwā 
1
a
: the strip of land over which a road passes
b
2
: the part of a bridge used by vehicles
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