A type of crosswalk on British streets.
Pelican crossing
Example Sentences
"Wait at the pelican crossing."
"Press the button at the pelican crossing."
Etymology & History
British pedestrian light-controlled crossing. British traffic safety. PEdestrian LIght CONtrolled British acronym. Green man British walk signal. Reflects British pedestrian crossing type variety.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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