closedlane

noun

UK /ˈkləʊzd leɪn/

US /ˈkloʊzd leɪn/

A closed lane is a part of the road that cars are not allowed to drive in right now.

Traffic slowed down because of a closed lane on the highway.

SYNONYMS

blocked lane shut lane restricted lane off-limits lane

RELATED WORDS

roadwork detour traffic cone barrier construction zone

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A lane in a swimming pool that is not being used.

The swimmers moved to the open lanes because the closed lane was being cleaned.

3. A bowling lane that is out of order.

We had to wait for a free lane since the closed lane was under repair.

4. A path or narrow road that has been shut to the public.

The closed lane behind the farm was blocked by a fallen tree.