Meaning of the word motorway in English

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

motorway

US /ˈmoʊ.t̬ɚ.weɪ/
UK /ˈməʊ.tə.weɪ/

Noun

a wide road for fast-moving traffic, especially in the UK, Ireland, and some other countries, with a limited number of places at which drivers can enter and leave it:

Example:
Because of the bad weather, motorway (driving) conditions are expected to be hazardous tonight.