Meaning of the word "traffic congestion" in English

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

traffic congestion

US /ˈtræf.ɪk kənˈdʒes.tʃən/
UK /ˈtræf.ɪk kənˈdʒes.tʃən/
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Noun

a situation in which there are too many vehicles on the road at one time, causing slow movement or complete stops

Example:
We were stuck in severe traffic congestion for over an hour.
The city is implementing new measures to reduce traffic congestion.