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avenue

The correct spelling is avenue.

How to pronounce avenue

/ˈæv.əˌnjuː/
noun

IPA: /ˈæv.əˌnjuː/

Say it like: Ave-nue

The correct spelling is avenue. A broad street, especially one bordered by trees. For example: "There are several avenues by which we can approach this problem."

Usage Examples

There are several avenues by which we can approach this problem.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A broad street, especially one bordered by trees.
  2. 2.A way or opening for entrance into a place; a passage by which a place may be reached; a way of approach or of exit.
  3. 3.The principal walk or approach to a house which is withdrawn from the road, especially, such approach bordered on each side by trees; any broad passageway thus bordered.
  4. 4.A method or means by which something may be accomplished.
  5. 5.(urban toponymy) A street, especially, in cities laid out in a grid pattern, one that is in a particular side of the city or that runs in a particular direction.

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