Meaning Of The Word Turnpike

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What's The Definition Of Turnpike?

turnpike
countable noun: A turnpike is a road, especially an expressway, which people have to pay to drive on.

turnpike in American English
a turnstile
noun: a high-speed highway, esp. one maintained by tolls

turnpike in British English
noun: gates or some other barrier set across a road to prevent passage until a toll had been paid

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