Meaning of the word lane in English

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

lane

US /leɪn/

UK /leɪn/

a narrow road, path, or track

Example:

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The car turned into a narrow country lane.

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Follow this lane until you reach the main road.

Synonym:

path track road alley byway

a division of a road marked by painted lines, to keep traffic in order

Example:

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Stay in your lane.

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The car swerved into the opposite lane.

Synonym:

track path channel strip aisle

a division of a swimming pool or running track

Example:

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She swam in the fastest lane.

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The runner stayed in his assigned lane.

Synonym:

track course path strip

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