contraflow
7.0
A temporary lane that lets vehicles travel against the usual traffic direction during road repairs
- noun
- /ˈkɒntrəˌfloʊ/
- Specialized
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contraflujo temporal
- Drivers should be cautious when navigating the contraflow lanes set up for the construction zone.
Examples
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In the end, they told everyone to use their best judgment, and I stayed home since the state changed my regular highway into contraflow lanes.
Blog text (27) -
The city implemented a contraflow traffic plan to manage congestion during road repairs.
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During the hurricane evacuation, contraflow was established on major highways to facilitate a smoother exit from the city.
Synonyms
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6.6
A movement that goes in the opposite direction to another, for example fluids or people
serves as a temporary road arrangement during closures or repairs
Surface Forms
contraflow singular
contraflows plural
Morphology
Etymology
Contraflow comes from contra- 'against' and flow 'movement'. A helpful way to remember it is this: a contraflow (temporary) is a traffic arrangement that sends vehicles 'against' the usual direction to keep traffic moving when the main road is closed.