junction
- 01 B1 Intermediate
a place where two or more roads or railway lines meet.
a point where multiple transport routes, such as roads or railway lines, meet or cross. In British English, it specifically refers to a motorway exit or intersection.
Simple“Take the first exit at the next junction to stay on the main road.”
In context“The proposed development is situated near a major motorway junction, providing excellent logistical links for the new distribution centre.”
UsageOften used with 'at' to describe a location.
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
the act of joining two things together, or the point where they are joined.
the act of joining or the state of being joined; the physical interface between two distinct parts or materials.
Simple“The junction between the two pipes was leaking slightly.”
In context“The structural integrity of the bridge depends on the strength of the junction where the steel cables meet the concrete pylons.”
Teacher's tipThis sense is more abstract and formal than the transport sense; learners should use 'joint' for simple physical objects like furniture.
SynonymsAntonymsseparationdisconnection - 03 C1 Advanced
a point where two or more electrical wires or parts of a circuit are connected.
a point or area where multiple conductors or semiconductors make physical contact, allowing the flow of current.
Simple“Check the junction box to see if any wires have come loose.”
In context“The efficiency of the solar cell is determined by the properties of the p-n junction where the two semiconductor layers meet.”
Synonyms
“Newton Road will be closed from the junction with Mumbles Road, near the White Rose, to Langland Road, near Oystermouth School, from around 3pm on Saturday.”
“This is where police and organisers use motorbikes and cars to ensure the road is clear at certain junctions and temporarily enforce a closure in theory until all competitors have passed through.”