road

A way used for travelling between places, originally one wide enough to allow foot passengers and horses to travel, now (US) usually one surfaced with asphalt or concrete and designed to accommodate many vehicles travelling in both directions. In the UK both senses are heard: a country road is the same as a country lane.

How to use

The word 'road' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, such as in navigation, transportation, and everyday conversation. In British English, a 'country road' is often used interchangeably with 'country lane', while in American English, it typically refers to a wider, asphalt or concrete surface designed for multiple vehicles. A common learner mistake is to use 'road' as a verb, as in 'I road my bike to work', when the correct verb is 'ride'.