Motorway
Motorway
Motorway (/ˈmoʊtərˌweɪ/), also known as a highway in certain regions, is a multi-lane road, specifically designed for high-speed vehicular traffic. The term is commonly used in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and some Commonwealth countries.
Etymology
The term "motorway" is derived from the word "motor" and "way", indicating a way for motors. It was first used in the United Kingdom in the early 20th century to describe a route specifically designed for motor vehicle travel.
Description
A motorway is a type of road designed for high-speed travel. They are typically free from any form of traffic congestion due to the absence of traffic lights, intersections, or property access. They are also characterized by having multiple lanes in each direction, separated by a central reservation.
Motorways are designed to carry heavy traffic at high speed with safety and efficiency. They have grade-separated junctions and access control, which means vehicles can only enter and exit at designated interchanges.
Related Terms
- Interchange: A junction of two or more highways by a system of separate levels that permit traffic to pass from one to another without the necessity of stopping.
- Road: A wide way leading from one place to another, especially one with a specially prepared surface that vehicles can use.
- Traffic congestion: A condition on road networks that occurs as use increases, and is characterized by slower speeds, longer trip times, and increased vehicular queueing.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Motorway
- Wikipedia's article - Motorway
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