jaywalking
What is another word for jaywalking? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Crossing a street illegally or carelessly, away from a crosswalk or against traffic signals.
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How to use jaywalking
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
jaywalking ticket
caught jaywalking
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.
Full origin of jaywalking →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.
