driveway
/ˈdɹaɪvˌweɪ/
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Also seen as: driveways
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A short private road that leads to a house or garage.
NounRegister: UK, US
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A road that enters or circulates through a defined area, such as an institution, compound, land area, etc., for the purpose of private access, maintenance, or security.
NounRegister: US
Examples
The design originally called for a 1-lane-wide driveway leading from the street to the parking area.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “driveway” mean?
A short private road that leads to a house or garage.
Is “driveway” formal or informal?
driveway is generally UK, US.