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av·e·nue
\ˈavəˌn(y)üalso ˈaav-, rapid sometimes -v(ˌ)nüor -vənyə\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Middle French, from feminine of avenu, past participle of avenir to come to, from Latin advenire — more at advene
1. : an opening or passageway permitting actual approach or entry to a place — often followed by a prepositional phrase indicating a specific purpose
< the river is a great avenue of commerce >
< a new avenue to India >
2. : a way or means by which an especially intangible end may be pursued, approached, or accomplished
< an avenue of research >
< new avenues to fame >
3.
a. chiefly Britain : the principal walk or driveway to a house situated off the main road
b. : a broad passageway bordered on either side by trees
< an avenue of poplars >
4. : a city street especially when broad and attractive |