crosstown

/ˈkrɔsˌtaʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A street or route that connects two parts of a city, especially one that passes through the center.

“The crosstown bus took us from the north side to the south side in about 20 minutes.”

2. adjective

Crossing a town or city, especially from one side to the other.

“The crosstown road was congested with traffic during rush hour.”

Synonyms

  • citywide
  • cross-town
  • transurban

Antonyms

  • outlying
  • suburban