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jaywalking

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Noun — Crossing a street illegally or carelessly, away from a crosswalk or against traffic signals.

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Etymology

Built from "jay," an old term for a foolish or naive person, plus "walking" — the idea being that only a fool would cross carelessly.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “jaywalking” mean?

The word “jaywalking” means crossing a street illegally or carelessly, away from a crosswalk or against traffic signals. In plain terms, crossing the road somewhere you're not supposed to.

How do you use “jaywalking” in a sentence?

Here is “jaywalking” used in a sentence: “He got a ticket for jaywalking in front of a police car.”

What part of speech is “jaywalking”?

“Jaywalking” is a noun.

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