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intersection

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌɪntɚˈsekʃən/ · UK /ˌɪntəˈsekʃən/

Forms: intersections

intersection means: A place where two or more roads or paths meet or cross.

noun

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A place where two or more roads or paths meet or cross.

  • Turn left at the intersection.
  • Two cars crashed at a busy intersection.
  • Are there traffic lights at the next intersection?

Similar words: junction, crossroads

Common phrases: busy intersection, at an intersection, road intersection

Questions about intersection

What does intersection mean?

A place where two or more roads or paths meet or cross.

What is intersection in other languages?

Türkçe: kavşak · Español: cruce · Français: carrefour · Deutsch: Kreuzung · Italiano: incrocio · 日本語: 交差点

How do you pronounce intersection?

In American English /ˌɪntɚˈsekʃən/; in British English /ˌɪntəˈsekʃən/.

How do you use intersection in a sentence?

Turn left at the intersection. Two cars crashed at a busy intersection.

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