waystations

noun
UK /ˈweɪˌsteɪʃənz/
US /ˈweɪˌsteɪʃənz/

Waystations are places where you stop to rest on a long trip.

The travelers stopped at waystations along the road to rest and eat.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Small railway stations where trains stop briefly.

The old waystations along the mountain line are now closed.

3. Places in space used as stopping points for spacecraft.

Scientists plan to build waystations between Earth and Mars.

4. Places that provide help or shelter to people in need.

The charity set up waystations for refugees along the border.