safety zone
Definition
Noun: A designated, often physically separated area within a roadway intended to protect pedestrians. It is typically a raised or curbed island that provides a temporary refuge for people crossing the street, separating them from vehicle traffic.
Usage
The term "safety zone" specifically refers to the physical, protected space for pedestrians in a road. It is used in traffic planning, urban design, and safety regulations.
Examples
- Pedestrians should wait in the safety zone until the next traffic signal allows them to complete crossing the wide avenue.
- The city installed a new safety zone in the middle of the busy intersection to improve pedestrian safety.
- Do not drive through or park in a painted safety zone.
Advanced Usage
- The concept can be extended metaphorically to describe any area or condition designed to provide protection from danger. (e.g., )
Variants and Related Words
- Pedestrian refuge island: A more specific term often used synonymously with "safety zone."
- Traffic island: A broader term for any raised area in a roadway to channel traffic, which may include safety zones.
Synonyms
- Pedestrian island
- Refuge island
- Pedestrian safety island
Antonyms
- Traffic lane
- Throughway
Related Phrases
- Within the safety zone: Being inside the protected area.
- Once you are within the safety zone, you can assess the oncoming traffic.
Noun
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a curbed area in a roadway from which traffic is excluded; provides safe area for pedestrians
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