subway

[ˈsʌbweɪ]

subway Definition

• 1. an underground electric railroad
• 2. a passageway under a road or railway, especially one for pedestrians

Using subway: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "subway" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I take the subway to work every day.

• Example

  The subway is faster than taking a taxi in rush hour.

• Example

  The subway station was crowded with commuters.

• Example

  The city is planning to expand the subway system.

subway Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for subway

• metro
• tube
• underground
• railway
• tunnel

Phrases with subway

• subway sandwich

  a type of sandwich made with a long roll filled with meat, cheese, vegetables, and condiments

  Example

  I ordered a footlong subway sandwich for lunch.

• subway tile

  a rectangular ceramic tile used for lining walls, especially in bathrooms and kitchens

  Example

  I love the classic look of subway tile in a kitchen backsplash.

• subway art

  artistic works created in or inspired by the subway system, often displayed in subway stations or on trains

  Example

  The subway art in this station is really impressive.

Origins of subway

from 'sub-' meaning 'under' and 'way' meaning 'path'

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Summary: subway in Brief

The term 'subway' [ˈsʌbweɪ] refers to an underground electric railroad or a pedestrian passageway under a road or railway. Examples include 'I take the subway to work every day.' and 'The subway station was crowded with commuters.' 'Subway' also extends into phrases like 'subway sandwich,' a type of sandwich, and 'subway tile,' a type of ceramic tile used for lining walls.