verb
pedestrianize
Pedestrianize (verb) means to turn a street into an area only people on foot can use, keeping out cars and sometimes bikes.
verb
1
To turn a street into an area only people on foot can use, keeping out cars and sometimes bikes.
"Our trade has increased significantly since they pedestrianized the High Street."
"It’s a great hub for shopping: the high street is pedestrianised and many of the town’s 600-odd listed buildings house fabulous independents – speciality food stores, cafes, antique shops, clothing boutiques."
— Sarah Baxter et al, Britain's 15 best high streets – where Christmas shopping is a pleasure (2022)
2
To go somewhere on foot.
3
To cross or cover a distance by walking.
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What is the meaning of pedestrianize?
"pedestrianize" (verb) means to turn a street into an area only people on foot can use, keeping out cars and sometimes bikes.
What are the different meanings of pedestrianize?
"pedestrianize" has 3 main meanings: 1. To turn a street into an area only people on foot can use, keeping out cars and sometimes bikes; 2. To go somewhere on foot; 3. To cross or cover a distance by walking.
