Meaning of the word "rest area" in English

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rest area

US /ˈrest ˌer.i.ə/
UK /ˈrest ˌer.i.ə/
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Noun

1.

a public area beside a main road where drivers can stop to rest, eat, and use restrooms

Example:
We stopped at a rest area to stretch our legs and grab a coffee.
The new highway includes several modern rest areas with amenities.
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