junction

noun C1

Meaning

A junction is a critical point of convergence where two or more entities, such as roads, pathways, or systems, intersect, allowing for the transfer or interaction of elements, ideas, or processes; it embodies both a physical and metaphorical significance
💡 While "junction" is often used in a physical context, it can also refer to conceptual intersections in fields such as philosophy or sociology, where ideas or theories converge; care should be taken to clarify the context to avoid ambiguity.

Example Sentences

The city council approved plans to improve the busy junction .
The study focused on traffic flow at the busy junction .
The two highways meet at a busy junction outside the city .

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