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- DictionaryAv·e·nue/ˈavəˌno͞o/
noun
- 1. a broad road in a town or city, typically having trees at regular intervals along its sides: "tree-lined avenues surround the hotel"
- 2. a way of approaching a problem or making progress toward something: "three possible avenues of research suggested themselves"
[count] 1. a : a wide street. We drove down the avenue. — often used in names. Sixth Avenue in Manhattan. She grew up on Ledgelawn Avenue. b chiefly British : a path or driveway that leads to a house located off a main road. a magnificent tree-lined avenue. 2. : a way of achieving something or of reaching a goal.
Apr 10, 2024 · avenue (plural avenues) A broad street, especially one bordered by trees or, in cities laid out in a grid pattern, one that is on a particular side of the city or that runs in a particular direction. A way or opening for entrance into a place; a passage by which a place may be reached; a way of approach or of exit.
1. : a way of access : route. 2. : a channel for pursuing a desired object. avenues of communication. 3. a. chiefly British : the principal walk or driveway to a house situated off a main road. b. : a broad passageway bordered by trees. 4. : an often broad street or road. Synonyms. arterial. artery. boulevard. carriageway [ British] drag. drive.
(capital as part of a street name) a road, esp in a built-up area: Shaftesbury Avenue a main approach road, as to a country house a way bordered by two rows of trees : an avenue of oaks
Dictionary definition of avenue. A wide road or thoroughfare, often lined with trees or other decorative elements, and designed to accommodate vehicular and pedestrian traffic. "He chose the avenue of higher education to pursue his passion for science." Detailed meaning of avenue.
noun. These are words and phrases related to avenue. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of avenue. The avenue was lined with modern shops. Synonyms. boulevard. thoroughfare. broad street. parkway. tree-lined road. esplanade. concourse. Antonyms. alley. lane.
AVENUE meaning: a wide road in a town or city. Learn more.
