Traffic and Road Terminology

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What does the word “congested” mean in the context of roads and traffic?

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Overcrowded or blocked with vehicles

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What is a synonym for “motorist”?

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Driver

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What does it mean to “pedestrianize” an area?

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To restrict vehicles and make it accessible only for pedestrians

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What does the word “restricted” mean in the phrase “restricted parking”?

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Limited or controlled access

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What is a “parking meter” and what is its purpose?

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A device that collects money for parking for a set time

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What does “chock-a-block” mean when describing traffic?

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Completely full or crowded

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What is a “tailback” in the context of traffic?

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A long line of vehicles moving slowly or not moving at all

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What does the term “bottle-neck” refer to in relation to roads?

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A narrow section of road where traffic slows down or gets congested

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Define “park-and-ride” scheme.

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A system where people park outside the city and take public transport to the city center

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What is the meaning of “gridlock” when talking about traffic?

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Complete stoppage of traffic where no vehicle can move