Meaning of the word subway in English

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subway

US /ˈsʌb.weɪ/
UK /ˈsʌb.weɪ/
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Noun

1.

an underground electric railway, especially in a city

Example:
I take the subway to work every day.
The subway system in New York is very extensive.
2.

an underground passage for pedestrians to cross a road or railway

Example:
Use the subway to cross the busy street safely.
There's a pedestrian subway near the station.
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