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Definition junction in American English

junction noun

[countable] noun
/ˈdʒʌŋkʃ(ə)n/
1

a place where two or more highways, railroad lines, or rivers join together

Example

There's an accident at the junction of the Ventura and San Diego Freeways.

Example

ancient cities built at the junction of two important rivers

1.1

a road exit

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Definition junction in American English