superhighway

noun

su·​per·​high·​way ˌsü-pər-ˈhī-ˌwā How to pronounce superhighway (audio)
ˈsü-pər-ˌhī-
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1
: a multilane highway (such as an expressway or turnpike) designed for high-speed traffic
2
: information superhighway

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First is an eight-lane superhighway, designed exclusively for massive traffic. — Judy Stecker, STAT, 27 Feb. 2026 Whether from land or sea, visitors can witness what is essentially a whale-migration superhighway. — Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2026 The streams became channelized rivers — superhighways for flowing water. — Evan Bush, NBC news, 16 Dec. 2025 Beyond the sushi superhighway, guests can order additional Japanese fare — think udon, ramen, side plates and desserts. — Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 17 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for superhighway

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First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of superhighway was in 1924

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

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superhighway

noun
su·​per·​high·​way ˌsü-pər-ˈhī-ˌwā How to pronounce superhighway (audio)
1
: a highway designed for high-speed traffic
2
: internet
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