Definitions

1. noun

A circular or ring-shaped area of a city or town surrounding its central business district, typically a region of high population density and commercial activity.

“The politician’s policies were influenced by the beltway’s special interest groups.”

2. noun

A narrow strip of land surrounding a body of water, especially a sea or a lake.

“The beltway of the lake provided a scenic hiking path.”

3. verb

To surround or be surrounded by a beltway, especially in a city or town.

“The city will beltway its central business district with a new highway.”