sidewalk

[ˈsaɪdwɔːk]

sidewalk Definition

a paved path for pedestrians at the side of a road.

Using sidewalk: Examples

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

• Example

  She walked along the sidewalk to get to the store.

• Example

  The children were playing hopscotch on the sidewalk.

• Example

  The city is planning to repair the sidewalks in the downtown area.

sidewalk Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sidewalk

• footpath
• pavement
• walkway

Phrases with sidewalk

• on the sidewalk

  walking or standing on the pavement next to a road

  Example

  He was hit by a car while walking on the sidewalk.

• off the sidewalk

  not on the pavement next to a road

  Example

  The dog ran off the sidewalk and into the park.

• under the sidewalk

  beneath the pavement next to a road

  Example

  The utilities are located under the sidewalk.

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Summary: sidewalk in Brief

A 'sidewalk' [ˈsaɪdwɔːk] is a paved path for pedestrians at the side of a road. It is used for walking, running, and playing, as in 'The children were playing hopscotch on the sidewalk.' The phrase 'on the sidewalk' refers to walking or standing on the pavement next to a road, while 'off the sidewalk' means not on the pavement next to a road.