Meaning of the word "divided highway" in English

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divided highway

US /dɪˌvaɪdɪd ˈhaɪweɪ/
UK /dɪˌvaɪdɪd ˈhaɪweɪ/
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Noun

1.

a highway with a median strip or barrier separating traffic flowing in opposite directions

Example:
The new divided highway has significantly reduced accidents.
Driving on a divided highway is generally safer than on a two-lane road.
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