four-way

[ fawr-wey, fohr- ]

adjective

1. providing access or passage in four directions:

   a four-way entrance.

2. applying to all four directions of traffic at an intersection:

   a four-way stop sign.

3. exerting influence or benefit in four different ways:

   a four-way blessing.

4. made up of four participants:

   a four-way discussion.

four-way

adjective

1. giving passage in four directions
2. made up of four elements

Word History and Origins

Origin of four-way¹

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

It’s the same sensibility that pervades our four-way conversation at the Corinthia Hotel in late August, where an outburst of laughter can lead immediately to an admission of lingering trauma or a groan-inducing memory.

From Los Angeles Times

That made it a four-way tie for the lead with Shin and Vu, who birdied the 14th.

From BBC

On the GOP side, it’s a four-way contest but southern New Jersey hotel developer Curtis Bashaw has gotten significant county party backing, and Mendham Borough Mayor Christine Serrano Glassner won former President Donald Trump’s endorsement.

From Seattle Times

YouTube has introduced features to improve the television viewing experience, including the option to watch Coachella performances through a four-way split screen.

From Los Angeles Times

The other morning at a rather complicated four-way stop in my quiet neighborhood, all drivers arrived at the same time.

From Seattle Times