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road
A road is more than just a path; it implies a deliberate engineering effort to facilitate movement between distinct locations. While a 'street' usually exists within a town or city (often lined with buildings), a 'road' typically connects two points, often spanning rural areas or long distances. In a metaphorical sense, the word evokes the concept of a journey or a progression toward a destination. It suggests a sequence of events or steps that must be followed to reach a specific outcome, carrying a connotation of persistence and direction.
Countable when referring to a specific paved street or highway ('There are three roads leading out of town'). Uncountable when used metaphorically as a path toward a destination or goal ('He is on the road to recovery').
意味
A wide way leading from one place to another, especially one with a specially prepared surface that is made suitable for vehicles.
"The main road to the city was blocked by a fallen tree."
A route or course of action taken to achieve a particular goal.
"Education is often seen as the best road to success."