Driving

Interstate

ˈɪntərsteɪt

noun

What does Interstate mean?

A federal highway crossing states.

Example sentence

"We drove Interstate 44 to Springfield."

American usage tip

Even numbers run east-west, odd run north-south.

Related Driving words

Oil change
Routine engine oil replacement.
Tailgating
Driving too close behind another car.
Permit
A learner's license before the full one.
Trunk
The rear storage space of a car.
Road trip
A long recreational drive.
Hood
The front cover over the engine.
DMV
Department of Motor Vehicles — handles licenses and registration.
Speed limit
The maximum legal speed.

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