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/striːts/
(street)
public road
Etymology
Etymology Information
'street' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'strata', where 'strata' meant 'paved road'.
Historical Evolution
'strata' transformed into the Old English word 'stræt', and eventually became the modern English word 'street'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'paved road', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a public road in a city or town'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'street'.
The streets were bustling with activity.
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