four-way

adjective

ˈfȯr-ˈwā How to pronounce four-way (audio)
1
a
: allowing or affecting passage in any of four directions
b
: applicable to traffic from each of four directions
a four-way stop
2
: including four participants

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The county asked drivers to be alert to changing conditions and said that if a traffic signal is out, it should be treated like a four-way stop. — Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 11 June 2026 The nylon blend has a four-way stretch and wrinkle-free capability that’s perfect for traveling and working, too. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026 This best-selling pair comes in six color options and two inseam sizes, featuring a flexible four-way stretch fabric that’s smooth and wrinkle-resistant. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 4 July 2026 This wireless bralette features a deep-V front, comfortable four-way stretch material, and removable padding. — Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for four-way

Word History

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of four-way was in 1824

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“Four-way.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/four-way. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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