road: Meaning and Definition of

road

1. a long, narrow stretch with a smoothed or paved surface, made for traveling by motor vehicle, carriage, etc., between two or more points; street or highway.
2. a way or course: the road to peace.
3. a railroad.
4. Often,Also calleda partly sheltered area of water near a shore in which vessels may ride at anchor.
5. any tunnel in a mine used for hauling.
6. to drive or move very fast.
7. in the future: Economists see higher interest rates down the road.
8. to begin or resume traveling: We hit the road before sunrise.
9. a final alcoholic drink taken just before departing from a party, tavern, or the like.
10. The musical ends its New York run next week to go on the road.
1. traveling, esp. as a sales representative.
2. on tour, as a theatrical company:The musical ends its New York run next week to go on the road.
3. started; under way:We need funds to get the project on the road.
11. to begin a journey or tour.
12. the places, usually outside of New York City, at which theatrical companies on tour generally give performances.