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subway

[ˈsʌbweɪ]

subway Definition

  • 1an underground electric railroad
  • 2a 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

Phrases with subway

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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