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turnpike

noun turn·pike \ˈtərn-ˌpīk\

: a major road that you must pay to use

Full Definition of TURNPIKE

1
:  tollgate
2
a (1) :  a road (as an expressway) for the use of which tolls are collected (2) :  a road formerly maintained as a turnpike
b :  a main road; especially :  a paved highway with a rounded surface
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Origin of TURNPIKE

Middle English turnepike revolving frame bearing spikes and serving as a barrier, from turnen to turn + pike
First Known Use: 1678
TURNPIKE Defined for Kids

turnpike

noun turn·pike \ˈtərn-ˌpīk\

Definition of TURNPIKE for Kids

:  a road that people must pay a toll to use

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