All-way stop

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All-way stop

An All-way stop (pronounced: /ɔːl weɪ stɒp/) is a type of traffic control measure where vehicles approaching an intersection from all directions are required to come to a complete stop before proceeding.

Etymology

The term "All-way stop" is derived from the English words "all", "way", and "stop". "All" is from the Old English eall meaning "wholly, entirely, completely"; "way" is from the Old English weg meaning "road, path"; and "stop" is from the Old English stoppian meaning "to stop, close".

Related Terms

  • Stop sign: A traffic sign, usually erected at road junctions, that instructs drivers to stop completely before proceeding.
  • Intersection: A point at which two or more roads cross each other.
  • Right-of-way: The legal right, established by usage or grant, to pass along a specific route through grounds or property belonging to another.
  • Traffic control: The supervision of the movement of people, goods, or vehicles to ensure efficiency and safety.

Usage

In an All-way stop, the first vehicle to stop at the intersection has the right to proceed first. If two vehicles reach the intersection at the same time, the vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right. All-way stops are used in places where the volume of traffic is equal on all intersecting roads and it is necessary for safety reasons to control the traffic flow.

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