Meaning of the word avenue in English

What does avenue mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

avenue

US /ˈæv.ə.nuː/

UK /ˈæv.ə.nuː/

a broad road in a town or city, typically lined with trees

Example:

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They live on a quiet tree-lined avenue.

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The parade marched down Main Avenue.

Synonym:

boulevard street road thoroughfare

a way of approaching a problem or making progress toward something

Example:

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We need to explore every possible avenue to solve this issue.

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His new research opens up a new avenue for scientific discovery.

Synonym:

method approach route course channel

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